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The English press publishes embarrassing new information on Manchester City

The storm is far from over for Manchester City. Accused in 2023 by the Premier League of having violated a

Published: Wednesday, 7 October 2026 at 10:28 AM
The English press publishes embarrassing new information on Manchester City
Key Things to Know
  • A 2018 HM Revenue & Customs investigation examined Manchester City over potential tax avoidance arrangements.
  • The inquiry is separate from the Premier League's probe and does not allege deliberate fraud.
  • Manchester City denied any wrongdoing, stating through lawyers that its commercial agreements are valid.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Manchester City is facing renewed scrutiny after reports revealed that the UK tax authority, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC), launched an investigation into the club's accounts in 2018. Following the "Football Leaks" revelations, the tax authority examined whether the club utilized complex arrangements to lower its tax obligations.

According to the Financial Times, the inquiry is separate from the Premier League's investigation and does not involve suspicions of deliberate fraud. Manchester City denied any wrongdoing through its lawyers, asserting that its commercial agreements are sound, though the investigation reportedly remains officially unclosed.

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