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Amanda Staveley speaks out on Man City charges punishment 18 years after brokering deal

Amanda Staveley, the ex-Newcastle United co-owner, has spoken out on the punishment Manchester City could receive after they were found guilty of breaking Premier League financial rules

Published: Wednesday, 7 October 2026 at 6:05 PM
Amanda Staveley speaks out on Man City charges punishment 18 years after brokering deal
Key Things to Know
  • Amanda Staveley urged the Premier League to find a resolution and focus on the future regarding Manchester City's charges.
  • The Premier League found Manchester City guilty of breaching financial regulations between 2009/10 and 2017/18.
  • Manchester City denied all wrongdoing and submitted an appeal against the guilty ruling.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Newcastle United director Amanda Staveley has addressed Manchester City's financial charges verdict, urging the Premier League to focus on the future and find a resolution. Speaking at the Leaders conference at Stamford Bridge, Staveley acknowledged the difficult position facing league executives when managing conflicting interests among clubs. Staveley originally brokered Sheikh Mansour's takeover of Manchester City in 2008.

The Premier League recently found Manchester City guilty of financial breaches covering 2009/10 to 2017/18, alleging the club artificially inflated revenues via sponsorship deals. City denied all wrongdoing and officially appealed the ruling, asserting they hold evidence proving their innocence.

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