While the Premier League has still not delivered its verdict in the investigation into the numerous financial fair play violations by Manchester City, Arsenal does not want a withdrawal of points to be validated before the end of the season.
Manchester City risks big
Manchester City risks a big deduction of points if he is officially found guilty of 114 offenses accused of him by the Premier League spread over 9 years. In England, some media are reporting an imminent verdict. And the sanction could be 60 to 70 penalty points in the worst case. And while the Citizens are engaged in a title battle with Arsenal, the Gunners want to win the title on the pitch. And does everything behind the scenes so that this sanction falls at the end of the season.
The Gunners want that if there is a sanction it will be next season
As Football London explains, the Gunners do not want, in the event of sanctions imposed on Manchester City, that people think that the Premier League offered the title of champion of England to Arsenal. This is despite most observers believing that Arsenal would probably have won the title anyway (Opta currently giving Arsenal a greater than 97% chance of winning the championship this season). If Manchester City were sanctioned before or during next season, it would be more advantageous for Arsenal. However, City could appeal any sanction, which could further delay the decision, warns the London media.
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