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Premier League heavyweights Chelsea and Manchester City are under intense scrutiny as they face potential expulsion from the league due to alleged breaches of Financial Fair Play (FFP) regulations. The two clubs could be forced out of the league if found guilty, following 115 charges brought against Manchester City in February 2023, which the club vehemently contests.
Chelsea’s involvement in financial misconduct during the Roman Abramovich era has also raised concerns, with payments to agents not properly recorded in the club’s books. Despite currently sitting in 11th place, Chelsea could face severe consequences if found guilty.
An Independent Commission is set to review the cases, with the possibility of sanctions ranging from warnings to expulsion from the Premier League. Recent actions, such as deducting four points from Nottingham Forest, underscore the seriousness of FFP violations.
The scale of allegations against both Chelsea and Manchester City suggests potential expulsion if proven guilty. With hearings expected to commence in late autumn, the football world awaits the Commission’s decision, which could have significant ramifications for the Premier League’s landscape.
