Independent Football Regulator can force Manchester City owners to sell
David Kogan says the new Independent Football Regulator has absolute power to order a sale if an owner runs a club improperly.
Regulator powers confirmed by chair
Chair David Kogan stated the watchdog holds absolute authority to ask an owner to step away from a club. He confirmed that an owner cannot refuse this request if the regulator believes the club is not run with propriety. This power applies when owners fail tests regarding financial sustainability and fair conduct.
Investigation timing remains uncertain
The regulator will wait for Manchester City's appeal process to finish before deciding on further action. Kogan said the organisation is not making judgments until all questions are answered during that period. The body may then choose whether to launch its own separate investigation into the club.
Context of current legal case
Manchester City faces a verdict from an independent commission regarding breaches of Premier League financial rules. The club claims the decision contains errors and has lodged an appeal against the finding. The regulator will assess the conduct of owners once this legal matter is resolved.
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