Richard Masters: “It is time to resolve the case of alleged infringements by Manchester City” | Manchester City

Premier League chief executive Richard Masters says it is “clear” that the case over Manchester City's alleged breaches of financial rules must be resolved as soon as possible.

Denied city all 115 positions brought by the Premier League in this long-running saga, but Masters is keen for the case to be heard and answered.

He Premier League The champions were charged in February last year with more than 100 alleged breaches of financial rules since their takeover by the Abu Dhabi-City Football Group, and were referred to an independent commission for a hearing.

If found guilty, City could at worst face a points deduction or even relegation. City deny any wrongdoing and are contesting the charges. No verdict has been given in the case.

“It's time for the case to resolve itself,” Masters told the BBC in an interview on Tuesday. “This has been going on for a number of years and I think it's clear that the case needs to be heard and responded to.”

On Monday, The Times reported that the hearing against the city over the alleged violations It is scheduled to start in September.and the result will be known early next year.

“When the case has been heard, a decision will be issued and any questions you would like answered will be answered as part of that process,” Masters said.

Despite the cloud hanging over the club, City followed up their 2022-23 treble with an unprecedented fourth successive Premier League title last season. City begin their Premier League campaign away to Chelsea on Sunday.