Man City titles 'absolutely not' tainted - Maresca
- Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca said the club’s titles are "absolutely not" tainted.
- The club was found guilty of the majority of 115 charges brought by the Premier League.
- The statement was made in response to the Premier League investigation findings.
- The remarks aim to reassure fans and stakeholders about the integrity of the club’s achievements.
- The Premier League investigation involved allegations of regulatory breaches.
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has publicly declared that the club's titles are "absolutely not" tainted, following the Premier League’s finding that the club was guilty of the majority of the 115 charges it faced, BBC Sport reports.
The Premier League investigation, which examined a broad range of alleged breaches, concluded that City had been found guilty of most of the charges brought against them. While the specific nature of the allegations was not detailed in the summary, the outcome represented a significant disciplinary finding for the club.
Ma Maresca’s statement is aimed at reassuring fans, shareholders and the wider football community that the honours won by the club remain legitimate. By emphasising that the titles are not tainted, the manager seeks to mitigate reputational damage and underline the club’s confidence in the integrity of its achievements.
Looking ahead, Manchester City will continue to compete in domestic and European competitions while any remaining penalties or appeals are processed. The club’s leadership will likely focus on compliance and transparency to ensure that future successes are viewed without doubt.