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British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has stated he would be "very worried" if Manchester City's owners decided to sell the club following the independent commission's decision, which found the Cityzens guilty of 114 of 115 charges regarding Premier League financial rule breaches and systematic obstruction of the investigation. Burnham, who served as Mayor of Greater Manchester until June, highlighted the owners' substantial investments in the region since acquiring the club in 2008.
"I'd be very worried to lose them. They have been a huge partner in building the modern Manchester, and of course in Manchester City becoming the global powerhouse they are today," Burnham told the BBC. He added that the investments were not confined strictly to the Etihad and the surrounding complex. "I really thank the City Football Group and the ownership for the money that they put in, not just to the Etihad and the campus, but into the city as well," the British Prime Minister said.
Burnham stressed, however, that he does not wish to interfere in the proceedings against the club. Manchester City deny any wrongdoing and are expected to appeal the decision, with potential punishments yet to be determined.
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