Pep Guardiola has opened up about the accusations against Manchester City. (Image: Getty Images)
Pep Guardiola has admitted uncertainty over whether Manchester City's transfer dealings will be affected by awaiting a verdict on the 130 charges against them, hinting a decision could arrive in February.
The club is currently battling allegations of breaching the Premier League's Financial Fair Play rules.
An independent commission began its work last September, which is expected to last 10 to 12 weeks. Following final submissions to the International Dispute Resolution Center in London earlier this month, a panel is currently deliberating, with an outcome expected in 2025.
Amid these problems, Guardiola's side are suffering their worst Premier League performance during his tenure, languishing in fifth place after losing eight of their last 11 matches.
With Rodri potentially out for the rest of the season and a series of defensive injuries, City are reportedly considering a foray into the transfer market.
However, the potential severity of any sanctions could deter potential signings.
Asked whether the accusations could impact City's transfer business, Guardiola said: “I don't know. It's going to happen in the winter. I don't know what's going to happen. I know people are thinking about it. wait, but I don't know In February, March, [maybe] will be the sentence.”
A diametrical Pep Guardiola on the touchline. (Image: Getty Images)
Guardiola has expressed his unwavering confidence in his team ahead of their clash with Aston Villa on Saturday. The Spaniard stressed his desire to see his injured players return to their best form rather than pushing for new signings.
“What I want is for my players to come back. I have the same feeling that the team is really good, it's not about good or bad players but I want the players to come back,” he said. Guardiola said on Friday.
He also discussed the club's transfer strategy, saying: “What happens in winter? [in the January transfer window] Or at the end of the season, the club will decide what is best for the team.”
Guardiola remained candid about his team's recent form and his personal outlook: “I try to be honest about my teams' feelings. We have gone down six times. [number of Premier League games without a win]we have to get up seven. There is no alternative. »
“I'm fine. I'm a normal person with feelings like all of us. When things are good, we're better but that's normal. I wouldn't go to the press conference if we were leading 1-0 and expressing something that I didn't feel.”
Source: https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1991601/Man-City-130-charges-verdict-date-Guardiola-transfer