Manchester City’s major sponsors have continued to stand by the club following the independent commission’s guilty verdict over serious breaches of the Premier League’s financial rules. Read original
According to Sky Sports News, Lucozade, Kellogg’s and Revolut have all declined to comment on the commission’s findings while the legal process remains ongoing.
The three companies were contacted for their reactions following the publication of the independent commission’s findings, but each opted not to comment at this stage.
The development comes after an independent commission found Manchester City guilty of charges relating to serious financial breaches covering the period between the 2009/10 and 2017/18 seasons. The Premier League said the commission found that the club had arranged “sham” contracts with commercial partners and had filed accounts that did not accurately reflect its financial position.
Manchester City to Appeal Verdict
Manchester City have strongly rejected the findings and confirmed that the club intends to appeal the decision.
The club has until Friday, October 2, to lodge its appeal against the commission’s ruling. The appeal will be handled as part of the ongoing regulatory process.
City maintains that it has evidence capable of challenging the commission’s conclusions and has continued to deny wrongdoing throughout the long-running case.
The club’s chief executive, Ferran Soriano, has also told staff and players that City intends to continue its fight over the findings.
Sponsors Remain Silent
While the verdict has increased scrutiny around Manchester City and its commercial relationships, Sky Sports News reports that Lucozade, Kellogg’s and Revolut have chosen not to publicly comment on the commission’s findings while the process is still active.
Their decision means the companies have not announced any changes to their relationships with Manchester City in response to the verdict.
The case remains unresolved because Manchester City’s planned appeal could lead to further findings before any final outcome is reached.
What Happens Next?
The Premier League has yet to determine the final sporting sanctions arising from the commission’s findings, meaning the case is still capable of developing significantly.
Manchester City’s appeal will therefore be closely watched as the club attempts to challenge the verdict.
For now, the club continues to operate with the support of its existing commercial partners, while sponsors such as Lucozade, Kellogg’s and Revolut have declined to comment publicly on the case.
The verdict marks another major stage in one of the Premier League’s longest-running financial investigations, but the legal and regulatory process is not yet over.
