Football Regulator Chair Would Resign Over Political Pressure in Manchester City Case

David Kogan, the chair of the Independent Football Regulator, has asserted that he would step down if any political pressure influenced potential sanctions against Manchester City. The club has been found guilty of significant breaches of the Premier League's financial regulations.

Manchester City, owned by Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the UAE, is appealing the ruling that determined it artificially inflated its revenue by over $1 billion from 2009 to 2018. This verdict could lead to severe penalties, including fines, points deductions, or even expulsion from the league.

Kogan emphasized that there has been no political pressure regarding the case and expressed confidence in maintaining the regulator's independence. He also noted that the ongoing appeal would be considered when issuing licenses for club operations, which are set to begin in November.