Why Premier League faces uncertainty and chaos after Man City ruling

Figure caption, Kieran Maguire on potential sanctions for Man City

Football issues correspondent Published 36 minutes ago If you were getting the impression that the saga over Manchester City 's 115 charges was almost over, think again.

Two years and 10 days since the hearing began, and 1,329 days after City were charged, we now know a verdict has been reached, with the club guilty of the majority of financial rule breaches.

That is not because the Premier League or Manchester City have told us - it is thanks to the Athletic finding out and breaking the story. , external

BBC Sport was later told the verdict was sent during the week to club executives, who had to sign a non-disclosure agreement to open the file.