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'Certainly a possibility' - Erling Haaland & Man City stars could leave for FREE as legal expert explains how players can terminate contracts after guilty verdict

Muhammad Zaki

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Manchester City players may be able to terminate their contracts for free following the club's guilty verdict in a financial misconduct case. Legal experts suggest that a breach of the implied term of 'trust and confidence' could allow players to leave.

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Explores the intersection of employment law and professional sports contracts in the wake of major regulatory sanctions.

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Guilty verdict sparks contract fears<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/originals/man-city-115-charges-verdict-lawmakers-decide-sanctions-change-english-football-forever/blt6d968624e8003b2a">Manchester City’s recent guilty verdict</a> in their high-profile financial dispute with the Premier League has triggered intense speculation regarding the futures of their elite squad. An independent commission found the Etihad giants guilty of 114 out of 115 charges, citing multiple breaches including the arrangement of 'sham' contracts with commercial partners between 2009 and 2018.The fallout from this landmark ruling has immediately cast doubt over the long-term commitments of key players. With the club currently maintaining their innocence and preparing to launch an appeal, the uncertainty has opened the door to unprecedented scenarios.

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