Roberto Mancini Dismisses Manchester City Financial Rule Breach Concerns
Former manager states he is unconcerned about alleged 'double contract' and ongoing Premier League investigation.
Roberto Mancini, former manager of Manchester City, has stated that he is not concerned with alleged financial rule breaches or a purported "double contract" during his tenure with the club. German newspaper Der Spiegel had previously accused City of paying a significant portion of Mancini's compensation through a fictitious consultancy contract.
These allegations suggested that Mancini received more for his role as a consultant to Abu Dhabi club Al Jazira than for his position as Manchester City manager, even before considering bonuses and incentives.
On Friday, it was reported that an independent panel found Manchester City guilty of all but one charge brought against them by the Premier League. The Premier League has declined to comment on the matter, citing the ongoing nature of the process and strict confidentiality. Manchester City released a statement affirming their diligent respect for due process over eight years, expecting the Premier League to act as an independent and impartial regulator.
Other Premier League clubs have reportedly been informed of the decision and are seeking legal advice regarding potential compensation claims. Manchester City faced over 100 breaches of the Premier League's financial rules following a four-year investigation initiated in February 2023. The club was referred to an independent commission, with a closed-door hearing commencing in September 2024 and lasting approximately 12 weeks.