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Man City deserve to keep titles despite charges, says Luis Enrique
Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique has defended Manchester City's right to retain their titles while facing potential sanctions over 100 charges spanning a decade. City have been accused of breaching financial regulations between 2009 and 2018.
LSN Singapore ·
Luis Enrique has thrown his support behind Manchester City, arguing the Premier League champions should be permitted to keep their trophies despite facing severe disciplinary action from English football authorities.
The PSG boss's comments come as City await judgment on over 100 charges of alleged financial misconduct stretching back to the 2009-10 season. The club has maintained its innocence throughout the investigation, which examined their compliance with Premier League financial fair play rules during the nine-year period.
Enrique's intervention reflects broader sentiment within European football regarding the handling of City's case. The charges represent the most significant challenge to the club's dominance in recent seasons, with potential sanctions ranging from points deductions to title stripping.
City have won multiple Premier League titles and Champions League honours during the period under investigation. The club continues to operate normally while awaiting the outcome of the hearing process, which is expected to conclude in 2025.
The case has drawn international attention as it tests the Premier League's enforcement powers and sets precedent for how financial regulations are applied to elite clubs across Europe.