City sponsor Etihad Airways considering legal action against the Premier League

Manchester City's principal sponsor, Etihad Airways, is considering legal action against the Premier League after the publication of an independent commission's decision regarding financial rule breaches. The airline issued a statement strongly rejecting the commission's findings, arguing that the public communication of the verdict has damaging implications for its reputation despite Etihad not being explicitly named in the redacted decision.

The independent commission found Manchester City guilty of inflating revenues by £900 million through improper sponsorship arrangements funded by the Abu Dhabi United Group. Etihad stated that the Premier League never contacted them during the investigation, and the airline reaffirmed its commitment to the club while seeking legal counsel to explore its options.