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Published on 2024-07-08 16:15:00
Manchester City has claimed that they have been treated unfairly by the Premier League in the assessment of their commercial income, suggesting discrimination and rule amendments by rivals to hinder their success on the field. The club’s claims were supported by a legal document reported by The Times, with other clubs sympathizing with their frustrations.
The Premier League’s use of a data company that works with top-flight rivals, Nielsen Sports, for assessing Manchester City’s commercial deals has been highlighted in the legal battle. City have raised concerns over the fairness of the evaluation process and are awaiting a decision soon, although it is unclear when it will be made public.
In addition to the ongoing legal dispute over commercial income assessment, Manchester City face accusations of financial fair play rule breaches by the Premier League. The club denies the charges and claims to have substantial evidence to support their innocence, further complicating their relationship with the top-flight organization.
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