Inside Man City HQ since guilty verdict tore their world apart: Staff abused in the street, Enzo Maresca’s defiant response, agents poring over contract clauses and what confused, nervous squad have been told ahead of trip to Anfield bearpit

Manchester City is dealing with the internal fallout of an independent commission's guilty verdict regarding sponsorship and funding violations. Chief executive Ferran Soriano addressed players and staff via video as the club prepares an appeal, while players learned of the news during the international break. Agents have begun reviewing player contract clauses amid uncertainty over potential punishments such as relegation.

Manager Enzo Maresca remains defiant and focused on football as his squad prepares for an upcoming match against Liverpool at Anfield. While some non-playing staff have faced abuse on the street, Maresca has reportedly maintained a relaxed demeanour and urged his team to concentrate on on-pitch performance.