Thursday briefing: Premier League rivals demand City case concludes before next season

Senior figures at rival Premier League clubs want the Manchester City case concluded before the season ends so sanctions can take effect in 2027/28, according to The Times, with one club chief calling further delay “unacceptable”.

City have until Friday to lodge an appeal. New rules require appeals to be completed within 12 weeks, with findings issued within a further 30 days. Similar deadlines would apply to any appeal against sanctions.

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