Khaldoon Al Mubarak, the chairman of Manchester City, talks about the ‘frustrating’ charges in the Premier League.

Manchester City’s remarkable achievement of winning their fourth consecutive Premier League title has been overshadowed by the 115 charges issued against the club. The allegations of breaching financial rules, some dating back to 2009, have cast a dark cloud over their success.

Chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak has expressed his frustration with the ongoing process and the constant referencing of the charges. He sympathizes with the fanbase and everyone associated with the club who have had to endure this situation. Al Mubarak emphasizes the importance of being judged by the facts rather than mere claims and counterclaims.

In a recent interview, Al Mubarak also addressed the reports of City entering a legal battle with the Premier League to challenge the Associated Party Transaction (APT) rules. It is believed that City is seeking damages in addition to contesting the rules. An arbitration hearing is scheduled to begin on June 10, lasting for two weeks.

Regarding Pep Guardiola’s future, Al Mubarak stated that the decision will be made collaboratively, as it has always been in the past. Despite Guardiola’s recent comments about being closer to leaving than staying, Al Mubarak is confident that they will find a solution that works for both parties, just as they have done before.

As Manchester City basks in the glory of their historic title win, the looming charges and legal battles threaten to overshadow their achievements. However, the club remains determined to face these challenges head-on and continue their pursuit of success on and off the pitch.