Micah Richards ‘absolutely devastated’ after Man City guilty verdict
Former Manchester City defender Micah Richards has expressed deep distress following the Premier League's findings that the club engaged in a massive financial scheme to inflate revenue. Richards, who spent his career at the club, highlighted the uncertainty and heartbreak felt by long-time fans and staff as the club prepares to appeal the allegations.
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The potential sanctions against Manchester City could set a major precedent for financial regulation enforcement in elite global football, impacting the integrity of the Premier League.
Ex- Manchester City defender Micah Richards has expressed his utter devastation following the Premier League's severe findings against his former club .
The top-flight authority concluded that the club engaged in a scheme worth close to £1bn, using "sham" arrangements to artificially inflate revenue or reduce expenditure in order to bypass league and UEFA financial regulations.
Significant disciplinary actions now hang over the eight-time Premier League champions , though City remain defiant and announced they will appeal immediately.
Appearing on The Rest is Football podcast, Richards said: "The reports were troubling. I saw the words which were used by the Premier League in sham contracts and I felt absolutely devastated.
Richards said he was 'absolutely devastated' (Getty)
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