Manchester City: We Are Disappointed and Surprised, Will Appeal

Manchester City have expressed their deep disappointment and surprise following the ruling issued today by the Premier League commission. In an official statement, the club emphatically rejected the allegations and reaffirmed their complete innocence.

The City hierarchy stressed that they hold a comprehensive body of irrefutable evidence supporting their position. The club stated they will take an uncompromising and, if necessary, proactive approach across all relevant regulatory and legal bodies.

"The Premier League proceedings are not yet concluded, with crucial elements still pending consideration. Manchester City intend to pursue all available appeal avenues, arguing that the findings contain clear and material errors of law, principle, and fact, rendering them legally flawed and unsafe."

The statement also noted that for eight years, the club strictly adhered to the established process under the presumption that the Premier League governing bodies would act as an independent, impartial, and fair regulator free from bias. Manchester City added that their ability to make further public comments is currently restricted until all forthcoming proceedings are concluded.