Manchester City is taking unprecedented legal action against the Premier League
Manchester City has launched a legal battle against the Premier League, alleging discrimination and seeking damages.
The Times reports that the club is challenging the Associated Party Transaction rules, which were introduced in 2021 after the Saudi-led takeover at Newcastle.
According to it, these laws are illegal and it sent a 165-page legal document for a private hearing, which will last two weeks.
The unprecedented move comes as the City faces a separate lawsuit over alleged financial irregularities.
The outcome of this legal dispute could have a major impact on the club's future and management of the Premier League.
Manchester City's move is seen as a bold move, taking on the authority of the Premier League and possibly setting an example for other clubs.
The report says that 19 other clubs in this section were invited to participate in the legal action, and up to 12 have succeeded.
If Man City successfully wins the case – which is likely – it will allow them to continue to increase the amount of money they collect through these commercial deals.
The hearing is expected to be a heated, closed-door affair, with the football world watching closely.
Manchester City won their fourth consecutive Premier League title last month, making their name in the league's history.
However, there is still a risk that they will lose some of the titles if they are found to have 115 charges against them.
The move to launch this crazy case against the Premier League is looking desperate as the days draw near.
Both Manchester City and the Premier League have not commented on the matter.
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