Man City could now make shock League U-turn – sources.
Man City could now make shock League U-turn – sources.
Man City could now make shock League U-turn – sources.
Man City could rejoin the European Super League project as early as next season if their legal battle against the Premier League fails, sources have told Football Insider.
The English champions have pursued legal action against the Premier League regarding the associated party transaction (ATP) rules in place.
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According to The Times, City are seeking to abolish the ATP regulations after deeming them “unlawful”.
The case is on track to be settled after a two-week private arbitration hearing starting on Monday (10 June).
City’s relationship with the Premier League has already been strained by their 115 charges – which are due to be heard in November across a six-week period.
Man City could return to breakaway Super League in 2024-25
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The Daily Mail report that City’s relationship with the Premier League will be at an “all-time low” if their lawsuit is unsuccessful and they could be forced to re-join the Super League proposal.
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Sources have told Football Insider that City could now rejoin the breakaway project as early as the 2024-25 campaign.
City expect an outcome to their legal battle before the start of the upcoming Premier League season.
Barcelona president Joan Laporta – one of the leading figures in the Super League project – claimed the breakaway competition could begin in the 2024-25 season.
Fake Manchester City bid for player part of CAS ruling – City used to try and ramp up price
Manchester City have found themselves brought into the CAS case around FC Koln youngster Jaka Cuber Potocnik after they were used to ramp up his valuation.
That’s according to Kicker, who cover the case around the youngster today and how those involved in his transfer used a fake bid from Manchester City to drive up his asking price.
Potocnik moved to Koln from NK Olimpija U17s in January 2022, but the Slovenian side took the case to court, and ultimately the Court of Arbitration for Sport, disputing that they were owed money from the deal as the player was still under contract with them.
Koln believed that the youngster had terminated his deal with the Slovenians, but they argue that was not the case and they were owed a fee.
The court have ultimately ruled in their favour, banning the player for four months and ordering a fee to be paid, with the German side’s actions labelled as ‘naïve at best and amateurish at worst’.
In terms of the fees being paid, the player’s side insisted it should be €100,000 as there was a clause in his contract at that value for foreign clubs. Olimpija, though, have insisted they are due €2.5m at least.
That’s where Manchester City come into the affair as former sports director at the club, Mladen Rudonja, has claimed his successor was making up fake offers from England.
He stated, “that his successor, Mr. Barisic, had asked him in vain to prepare a false undated offer from Manchester City, which, without prejudice to other possible consequences, could indicate that Olimpija as a whole had tried to artificially increase the value of the player.”
In other words, the club had tried to use Manchester City as a means to drive up Potocnik’s price, even though they weren’t actually interested.
That’s another matter to be resolved, with that testimony set to be the basis of a criminal complaint that could be dealt with by the state courts in the near future.
It seems, though, Manchester City’s continued desire to sign young players from around the world now has them involved in moves where they actually aren’t participants at all.
Guardiola ‘promises’ €60m Barcelona target ‘undisputed starting’ spot in Man City midfield
Pep Guardiola has shown Barcelona ‘no mercy’ having ‘promised’ Hansi Flick’s top midfield target that he will be an ‘undisputed starter’ if he joins Manchester City this summer.
Flick is looking to put his own stamp on the Barcelona squad having replaced Xavi as manager at the Nou Camp, but is faced with the challenge of doing so with limited funds.
Reports suggest there are very few untransferable players in the current squad, with Raphinha, Ronald Araujo and Jules Kounde among the high profile names they will accept reasonable bids for.
Kimmich ‘practically impossible’ for Barcelona
The German coach has his heart set on bringing Joshua Kimmich to Barcelona this summer having won the treble at Bayern Munich with the 29-year-old as a stalwart in the side.
But reports in Spain claim ‘conversations have not progressed as planned’ between Barcelona and Kimmich, who has ‘become a practically impossible goal’.
Their first offer was ‘instantly rejected’ by Kimmich, who wants a ‘much higher salary’ than Barcelona are willing to pay, while Bayern Munich – despite reports suggesting they were previously open to his sale – ‘now refuse to open doors for him’.
That’s a bit of surprise given Kimmich has just a year left to run on his contract but new manager Vincent Kompany is hoping to persuade the Germany international to extend his stay.
If Kimmich does reject a new deal, Bayern will listen to offers, but nothing less than €60m, which again is beyond Barcelona’s means.
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Pep Guardiola has shown Barcelona ‘no mercy’ having ‘promised’ Hansi Flick’s top midfield target that he will be an ‘undisputed starter’ if he joins Manchester City this summer.
Flick is looking to put his own stamp on the Barcelona squad having replaced Xavi as manager at the Nou Camp, but is faced with the challenge of doing so with limited funds.
Reports suggest there are very few untransferable players in the current squad, with Raphinha, Ronald Araujo and Jules Kounde among the high profile names they will accept reasonable bids for.
Kimmich ‘practically impossible’ for Barcelona
The German coach has his heart set on bringing Joshua Kimmich to Barcelona this summer having won the treble at Bayern Munich with the 29-year-old as a stalwart in the side.
But reports in Spain claim ‘conversations have not progressed as planned’ between Barcelona and Kimmich, who has ‘become a practically impossible goal’.
Their first offer was ‘instantly rejected’ by Kimmich, who wants a ‘much higher salary’ than Barcelona are willing to pay, while Bayern Munich – despite reports suggesting they were previously open to his sale – ‘now refuse to open doors for him’.
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That’s a bit of surprise given Kimmich has just a year left to run on his contract but new manager Vincent Kompany is hoping to persuade the Germany international to extend his stay.
If Kimmich does reject a new deal, Bayern will listen to offers, but nothing less than €60m, which again is beyond Barcelona’s means.
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‘Enormously seduced’ by City and Guardiola
But well within City’s, assuming they have any money left over after all the lawyer fees, and Barcelona are convinced they ‘can’t compete with Guardiola’.
The report claims City ‘intend to close’ a deal as soon as possible for Kimmich, whom Guardiola ‘has already spoken to’ in order to persaude him that the Etihad is the place for him.
Kimmich is ‘enormously seduced’ by playing for City and working under Guardiola once again, and the Spanish boss has ‘promised’ the Bayern star that he will be an ‘undisputed starter’ in his midfield alongside Rodri.
“I’m leaving it to my agents” – Brazil star provides update on prospective £43 million Manchester City move
The 20-year-old is expected to complete a £43 million move to the Etihad Stadium from Manchester City sister-club ES Troyes this summer, with the Brazilian having spent the 2023/24 campaign at fellow City Football Group club Girona FC in La Liga.
The City Football Group network has 13 clubs globally, with both Manchester City and Girona competing in the UEFA Champions League next season, after both clubs qualified for the elite European competition.
Speaking with Brazilian outlet UOL about his future, Savio said: “I know there are a lot of rumours about Manchester City, but I’m focused here on the Copa America and I don’t want to talk about it too much. I’m leaving it to my agents to decide off the pitch. I’m focused and we’ll have news soon.
“I’m grateful to Girona. It changed my life, it got me into the national team. I’m very happy for what I’ve experienced at Girona.
“Here at the Copa America, I’ve worked all season and I’m working here to give my best on the pitch just like I did at the club.”
Manchester City striker Julian Alvarez, who has been linked with both PSG and Atletico Madrid in recent days, is also competing at the Copa America tournament this summer.
🚨Erling Haaland Unhappy At Man City? The Striker Shuts Down Contract Extension Talks
Manchester City forward Erling Haaland has shutdown discussion over a probable contract extension at the Premier League champions amid the claim that he dreams playing for Real Madrid one day.
The former Borussia Dortmund strike refused to comment on his contract during a recent interview with Norwegian channel TV2. The strike claimed that he has been at City for two years and also have three more years on his contract, stating that he couldn’t say more than that.
“I’ve had two fantastic years and have three years left. That’s really all I can say,” the 23-year-old told TV2.
Casemiro joins a new club in Spain after a disappointing season for Man United as veteran midfielder prepares for life after retirement from football
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Casemiro has taken up a new role with a club in Spain after his poor season
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Manchester United midfielder Casemiro has taken on a new venture after his disappointing season.
The Brazilian has come under huge scrutiny in recent months after a number of poor performances for the Red Devils.
His future at Old Trafford remains in doubt and he has been heavily linked with a move to Saudi Arabia.
Now that the season is over, Casemiro has set his sights on the future by becoming a director and shareholder at Marbella FC.
The 32-year-old held the shirts of Marbella, who play in Spain’s fourth tier, after taking up his new role.
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Man City’s former financial advisor gives his verdict on whether the club will win or lose their legal battle against the Premier League
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Manchester City’s former financial advisor has given his view on whether or not the club are likely to win their legal case against the Premier League.
The club sued the Premier League on Tuesday over new financial rules, claiming they are victims of ‘discrimination’ and that regulations approved by rivals are aimed at curtailing their success in a ‘tyranny of the majority’.
City argue that the league’s Associated Party Transaction (APT) rules, which prevent clubs from determining the price of deals with companies linked to their owners, are unlawful.
A private hearing starts on Monday and its verdict could have wide-ranging consequences on the 115 charges aimed at City for alleged breaches of the league’s accounting rules.
Pep Guardiola’s side could be fined or even relegated if they are found guilty in that case, for which a hearing is set for November.
Man City chairman makes FFP case admission as he gives Guardiola contract update.
Man City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak insists that the Premier League’s financial fair play case against them is “taking longer than what anyone hoped for”.
The Citizens were hit with 115 charges of relating to FFP breaches dating back to 2009 in February 2023 with the Premier League club denying any wrongdoing.
Man City won the Treble in 2023 and their fourth consecutive Premier League last season as Pep Guardiola cemented himself as one of the greatest managers in English top-flight history.
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To many critics of the club, which is supported by the vast wealth of owner Sheikh Mansour, the Premier League charges cast a shadow over their success.
And Man City chairman Al Mubarak admits the shadow of the charges over their successes has been “frustrating” while claiming the Citizens have wanted the case sorted out sooner.
Al Mubarak said: “Of course, it’s frustrating. I think the referencing is always frustrating. Having it being talked about the way it’s being talked about. I can feel for our fanbase, and everyone associated with the club, to have these charges constantly referenced.
“I think we as a club have to respect that there is a process that we have to go through, and we’re going through it. It’s taking longer than what anyone hoped for, but it is what it is, and I’ve always repeated, let’s be judged by the facts, and not by claims and counterclaims.
Guardiola’s contract runs out at the end of next season and there are reports that he is now likely to leave the club, with the Man City boss himself admitting that he is “closer to leaving than staying”.
On Guardiola’s contract situation, Al Mubarak added: “We have had this conversation many times before, you know that, over the years of the contract. Pep has always been fully committed to this club, fully committed to every contract that he has signed with us.
“This decision on his future is always a decision that we will take together, and I have no doubt that we will find, as always, we have done, the right solution that works for Pep and works for us.
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Khaldoon Al Mubarak and Pep Guardiola celebrate with the Premier League title.
Man City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak insists that the Premier League’s financial fair play case against them is “taking longer than what anyone hoped for”.
The Citizens were hit with 115 charges of relating to FFP breaches dating back to 2009 in February 2023 with the Premier League club denying any wrongdoing.
Man City won the Treble in 2023 and their fourth consecutive Premier League last season as Pep Guardiola cemented himself as one of the greatest managers in English top-flight history.
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To many critics of the club, which is supported by the vast wealth of owner Sheikh Mansour, the Premier League charges cast a shadow over their success.
And Man City chairman Al Mubarak admits the shadow of the charges over their successes has been “frustrating” while claiming the Citizens have wanted the case sorted out sooner.
Al Mubarak said: “Of course, it’s frustrating. I think the referencing is always frustrating. Having it being talked about the way it’s being talked about. I can feel for our fanbase, and everyone associated with the club, to have these charges constantly referenced.
“I think we as a club have to respect that there is a process that we have to go through, and we’re going through it. It’s taking longer than what anyone hoped for, but it is what it is, and I’ve always repeated, let’s be judged by the facts, and not by claims and counterclaims.
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Guardiola’s contract runs out at the end of next season and there are reports that he is now likely to leave the club, with the Man City boss himself admitting that he is “closer to leaving than staying”.
On Guardiola’s contract situation, Al Mubarak added: “We have had this conversation many times before, you know that, over the years of the contract. Pep has always been fully committed to this club, fully committed to every contract that he has signed with us.
“This decision on his future is always a decision that we will take together, and I have no doubt that we will find, as always, we have done, the right solution that works for Pep and works for us.
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“It’s hard to put into words what Pep has given this organisation, this club. You can look at just records, for history’s sake and there I think he’s racked up every record, almost, in the book. And these are records that I think will be very, very hard in the future to ever break.
“From winning six out of the last seven Premier Leagues, to winning four in a row, to the number of wins, the records go on and on and on. I think what his impact has been on football. English football has changed with the evolution to the type of football that Pep has brought into the league.
“Since 1926, five teams have attempted to win four times in a row. Five teams. Huddersfield, Arsenal, Liverpool in the 1980s and then Manchester United, who attempted it twice. None of them succeeded. In over 100 years of English football, never has any team been able to achieve four championships in a row.
“So, once that sinks in you start really appreciating the magnitude of what was achieved. The difficulty, the challenge, the tenacity required.”
TRANSFERSJulian Alvarez now ‘very likely’ to leave Manchester City – Three European giants interested as price tag set
Manchester City are now ‘very likely’ to see Julian Alvarez leave the club during the upcoming summer market, according to a new report.
The Argentina international has enjoyed an exemplary start to life with Manchester City, having joined the club from River Plate in the summer market of 2022, going on to claim a historic Treble at the first time of asking.
While the first campaign often saw Alvarez play back-up to Erling Haaland, despite recording a commendable number of appearances in the process, the now-24 year old took on plenty more responsibility during the recent 2023/24 season.
The injury to Kevin De Bruyne in the opening game of the Premier League season saw Pep Guardiola call upon Alvarez to occupy the attacking midfield responsibilities alongside Phil Foden, and to a great deal of success too.
However, despite that up turn in opportunities and responsibilities at the Etihad Stadium, reports are beginning to intensify concerning the future of Julian Alvarez beyond the upcoming summer market.
According to the information of Argentine journalist Hernán Castillo, it is now ‘very likely’ that
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