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Joe Hart backs chairman after statement on Man City financial breaches

The former Manchester City goalkeeper said he had ‘no reason not to trust’ the club’s chairman

Published: Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 8:32 AM
Joe Hart backs chairman after statement on Man City financial breaches
Key Things to Know
  • Joe Hart stated he believes Manchester City is innocent of the Premier League financial breach charges.
  • Hart expressed confidence following a public statement from Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak.
  • Manchester City faces 115 alleged financial breaches covering the period from 2009 to 2018.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart has stated that he believes the club is innocent of the Premier League's financial breach charges. Hart noted he felt reassured following a recent statement issued by Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak, stating he had no reason not to trust the club's leadership.

Manchester City has been under investigation since 2023 over 115 alleged rule breaches between 2009 and 2018. Following widespread reports alleging the club could be found guilty of 114 charges, Al Mubarak released a statement reaffirming the club's confidence and commitment to proving its innocence.

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