They nevertheless refused to hand over certain documents, prompting the Premier League to begin arbitration in an attempt to force their hand. December 2018: The Premier League write to the club requesting certain information and documents in relation to potential breaches of their rules — known as the information claim. March 7/8, 2019: UEFA and then the Premier League announce formal investigations into City's alleged FFP breaches. The right flank is virtually deserted, save for our barrister and solicitors on a watching brief from the Premier League. The Premier League club have won two league titles since the investigation beganWhen that comes nine days later, the judgment of City is damning.

Source: Daily Mail July 24, 2021 21:35 UTC