Rodri Defends Man City: "We Believe in Their Innocence" Amidst Charges
Rodri Defends Man City: "We Believe in Their Innocence" Amidst Charges
Former Man City star Rodri expresses unwavering faith in the club's innocence amidst 115 Premier League financial charges. Discover his reasons and what's next for the club.
Former Manchester City midfielder Rodri has voiced his strong belief in the club's innocence regarding the 115 financial rule breaches they are accused of by the Premier League. The 30-year-old, now playing for Barcelona, stated that he and his former teammates trust the club's assurances, adding, "Until the moment they are proved wrong, we will believe the club."
Manchester City is currently appealing the verdict, which found them guilty of the majority of the serious financial infractions. This ongoing saga has been a major talking point in English football, with potential significant repercussions for the club.
Rodri cited a previous instance in 2020 when City was cleared of separate financial fair play charges by the Court of Arbitration for Sport, after initially facing a two-year ban from European competitions by UEFA. He explained,
We had the example of 2020 that the process was the same and at the end nothing happened... So, I believe in the justice system, and I believe in the innocence of the club.
The midfielder also dismissed any notion that the club's past achievements, including eight trophies during the period in question, could be stripped away. "What we did, they cannot take out of us," Rodri asserted, emphasizing that their victories were earned through effort and dedication, not money. He proudly described his time there as living "one of the best eras of English football."
Adding to the calls for careful consideration, Prime Minister Andy Burnham urged the public to "study" the independent commission's report in detail before rushing to conclusions. He highlighted the complexity and contested nature of the process between the club and the Premier League, suggesting that quick judgments would be inappropriate.
As the football world watches closely, other Premier League clubs are reportedly seeking legal advice on potential compensation claims should the charges against Manchester City stand. The situation remains fluid, with appeals, potential sanctions, and the legacy of a dominant footballing era all hanging in the balance.
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