Manchester City News
By Dan Murphy
Published on 2024-10-08 14:00:00
Manchester City’s ‘victory’ in the APT case against the Premier League has raised questions about whether they have truly won or not. The APT rules, which govern associated party transactions between clubs and their owners, are now under scrutiny following this case. While the outcome of the 115 charges against City is still pending, the implications of this ruling could potentially impact other clubs in the Premier League, such as title rivals Arsenal.
The APT rules were introduced to prevent clubs from artificially inflating their finances through deals with companies linked to their owners. City’s successful argument that soft loans should be included in this rule could have repercussions for clubs with significant owner funding, such as Arsenal. While this ruling may give clubs more flexibility in revenue generation, it is unlikely to significantly alter the Premier League’s financial landscape, as the fair market value principle remains intact.
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