Former Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has publicly backed the club after the Premier League confirmed that City were found guilty of multiple breaches of its financial regulations.
An independent commission ruled that Manchester City breached financial rules during a nine-year period between the 2009/10 and 2017/18 seasons. The findings included allegations that the club used sham commercial agreements to inflate revenue and reduce costs. The club has denied wrongdoing and plans to appeal the decision.
Guardiola, who left the Etihad Stadium at the end of last season after a decade in charge, broke his silence with a message to supporters on social media.
“I want every single Manchester City fan across the world to know I am here; more than ever,” Guardiola wrote.
The Spaniard also reaffirmed his support for the club’s leadership, players, coaching staff and supporters.
“Let me be clear: we will get through this together. I love you all,” he added.
Guardiola managed Manchester City from 2016 to 2026, winning six Premier League titles, three FA Cups, five League Cups and the UEFA Champions League during a highly successful spell.
The Premier League has yet to announce any sanctions, with the disciplinary process still ongoing. Reports indicate that possible punishments could include points deductions, financial penalties or other sporting sanctions, although no final decision has been made.
Manchester City have until Friday to lodge an appeal against the findings as they seek to overturn the verdict.
