Arteta’s conscience clear over Man City charges

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta stated his conscience is clear regarding Manchester City's Premier League rule breaches. Arteta served as Pep Guardiola's assistant manager at Manchester City from 2016 to 2019, overlapping with the period an independent commission found City disguised secret funding. During a press conference, Arteta answered with a single word, "Yes," when asked directly if his conscience was clear regarding his time at the club.

Arteta declined to comment extensively on the independent commission's findings, emphasizing the need to respect Manchester City's ongoing appeal process. He also declined to confirm whether he had spoken to Guardiola following the ruling. Arteta expressed full trust that authorities will manage the situation properly, adding that he firmly believes the Premier League remains the best league in the world.