Etihad Airways Considers Legal Action Against Premier League

Etihad Airways, the principal sponsor of Manchester City, is contemplating legal action against the Premier League following the release of an independent commission's findings regarding Manchester City's financial misconduct. The commission found the club guilty of serious breaches of Premier League financial rules over a nine-season period, including the use of "sham" commercial arrangements that inflated revenues and reduced costs by over £900 million.

Etihad, which has sponsored Manchester City since 2009, expressed concern that the Premier League did not engage with the airline during the investigation, preventing it from defending its reputation. The airline strongly denied any involvement in improper commercial arrangements with Manchester City.

Etihad is evaluating its legal options but has not yet initiated formal proceedings. The Premier League's report indicated that Manchester City had arranged commercial contracts that misrepresented financial arrangements, and the club was also found guilty of failing to cooperate with the investigation.