Detailed Breakdown of the Manchester City vs. Premier League APT Arbitration Decision

Premier League, Arbitration under Section X of the Premier League Rules, 25 September 2024, Manchester City FC and The Football Association Premier League Ltd.

Date of the decision: 2024-09-25

The arbitration ruling on 25 September 2024, made public on 7 October 2024 (see enclosed), addressed Manchester City's legal challenge against the Premier League's Associated Party Transactions (APT) rules. The Panel found certain APT applications to Manchester City in breach of competition laws and procedurally unfair, leading to their partial invalidation. However, it supported the APT's broader objectives for financial integrity and competitive balance. The Tribunal advised enhancing transparency, adjusting fair value assessments, and regularly reviewing the rules to align with legal standards and economic realities.

Contextual Background

Manchester City's legal challenge against the Premier League's Associated...

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