**Former Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes claims that a points deduction would be a “fair punishment” for Manchester City if they have breached Premier League rules.**
The Cityzens have been charged with 130 different counts of failing to abide by financial regulations, which date back between 2009 and 2018. Asked for his thoughts on the situation, Scholes replied:
“It’s hard to say what would be a fair punishment for Manchester City if they were found guilty – just as long as it’s fair.”
“Nottingham Forest and Everton have had punishments as well, so as long as it’s along those fair lines. I’m not saying it has to be the same as Everton and Forest, but I think it will be points.”
What are the punishments that City could face?
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Points deduction is only one of several punishments that the independent tribunal can enforce. As part of the Premier League rules, there are multiple options available to them, including suspending a club from playing league matches, recommending to the board that league matches be replayed, recommending to the board that the league [**expels the guilty party**](https://mancitynews.com/city-news-premier-league-financial-fair-play/), pay compensation or other costs, as well as cancel or refuse registration of players.
They can decide to use a combination of all the above if they see fit, and a lot depends on the severity of the charges that City may be found guilty of.
When will City get a verdict?
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A decision from the tribunal is said to be imminent, but due to the nature of the charges, which involve complicated financial dealings, each breach must be assessed thoroughly before a verdict is given.
It should be pointed out that the tribunal will decide what the punishments are but the Premier League will be tasked with enforcing them.
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