Manchester City’s owners could face pressure to sell the club if the relevant findings against the Premier League champions are upheld, according to reports published by Reuters on 20 October 2026 and The Independent.
According to Reuters, David Kogan, chair of England’s Independent Football Regulator, said the watchdog has the authority to require a club owner to step away from a club under certain circumstances involving improper conduct. He indicated that further action could be considered after Manchester City’s appeal process concludes.
The development follows findings by a Premier League commission that Manchester City breached financial regulations, including rules concerning financial reporting and cooperation with the league’s investigation. The club has challenged the findings through an appeal.
Following the reports, the case has renewed debate over football governance, financial transparency and the powers of England’s independent football regulator. However, no forced sale has been ordered, and any further action would depend on the relevant legal and regulatory processes.
