Football regulator says he would quit over political interference in Man City case
David Kogan, chairman of the Independent Football Regulator, has vowed to resign if there is any political interference in the ongoing financial misconduct case against Manchester City. The case involves allegations of 'sham' contracts used to funnel money into the club, which the club denies.
Why it matters
The case tests the independence of the newly formed football regulator and the integrity of financial oversight in professional sports.
Figure caption, 'We have to go on the evidence' - Kogan
Sports editor Published 21 minutes ago The head of English football's independent regulator says he will resign if he encounters any political interference over the future of Manchester City .
As chairman of the Independent Football Regulator (IFR), David Kogan has the power to assess the suitability of club owners and executives.
If an independent commission's findings that the club broke Premier League financial rules are upheld, the watchdog would have to decide whether to force a sale.
Last month, the Prime Minister Andy Burnham was criticised for saying he would be "really concerned" if Manchester City 's Abu Dhabi owners decided to sell up.
When asked about Burnham's comments, Kogan told BBC Sport: "The Prime Minister is entirely entitled to make his own observations on anything.
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