The independent disciplinary commission that issued the verdict says the club could face a range of punishments, including a fine, a points deduction, or even expulsion from the Premier League.

The Premier League says the commission could issue a reprimand, fine, suspension, points deduction or expel the club, and clubs have never been expelled from the Premier League before.

City can appeal the verdict by emailing the commission chair. After the email, a three‑person appeal board will be appointed and a hearing scheduled to finish within 12 weeks.

If the club were expelled, it would have to apply for membership in the English Football League, potentially starting again in League Two. Such a move would reshape the league’s structure and open the door for other clubs to claim compensation for the advantage they lost, just as Everton was ordered to pay more than 35 million pounds to Burnley after a similar financial‑rules breach.

The outcome will show how seriously the Premier League will enforce its financial rules and could set a precedent that affects every club’s future planning.