Harry Kane has addressed the recent verdict involving Manchester City, revealing that he only became aware of the outcome after England’s match.
Manchester City were found guilty of 114 of the 115 financial-rule charges brought against them by the Premier League. The club has denied wrongdoing and is expected to appeal the verdict.
Kane explained that the issue had been discussed within the England camp but insisted that the players were focused on international duty.
“There was a discussion, but at the end of the day when we’re with England, that’s been a big plus for us, we kind of put club football to one side, and it was no different this week.”
The England captain also said he only found out about the developments after the game, highlighting that his immediate focus remains on the national team. The verdict has attracted significant attention because Manchester City could face sanctions once the punishment process is completed.
Potential consequences have been widely discussed, although no final sporting punishment has yet been announced.
What happens to Manchester City now?
The verdict does not yet determine City’s punishment. The sanctions stage remains outstanding, while the club has an opportunity to appeal the independent commission’s findings.
Possible sanctions under the Premier League framework have been reported to include financial penalties, points deductions, and, in the most severe scenario, expulsion from the competition. The eventual punishment will depend on the subsequent proceedings.
The case dates back to alleged breaches covering the period from 2009/10 to 2017/18, making the potential consequences particularly significant because they concern a substantial period of City’s modern history.