Former footballer and beIN Sports co-host, Andy Gray, has weighed in on the ongoing investigation into Manchester City, where the club faces 115 charges. Gray shared his thoughts on what the potential consequences might be, including the likelihood of a significant points deduction.
Gray Anticipates Points Deduction
During a discussion on beIN Sports, Andy Gray expressed his belief that Manchester City will likely face serious repercussions from the ongoing investigation. “What will happen? I imagine, and I don’t know, I imagine it’ll be along the lines of a points deduction, a massive one. They will be found guilty. There’s not 115 charges and they’re going to be innocent of all of them,” Gray stated. He emphasized that the charges must have substantial evidence behind them, indicating that a guilty verdict is probable.
Titles Likely Safe, But Points Could Be Lost
Despite the severity of the charges, Gray does not foresee Manchester City being stripped of their titles. “I don’t think they’ll take titles away from them, so what can they do? They can take points away from them now, they can fine them,” he added. According to Gray, while financial penalties are an option, they are unlikely to have a significant impact on the club. “Fining them? Who cares. They can fine them as much as they want, it doesn’t matter to Manchester City, they can pay that out of their back pocket,” he explained. For Gray, the most effective punishment would be a substantial points deduction, combined with a hefty fine.
Andy Gray’s comments suggest that Manchester City could face a severe points deduction as a result of the 115 charges levied against them. While the possibility of losing titles seems slim, the financial and competitive impacts of the investigation could still be significant. As the case progresses, all eyes will be on the independent tribunal to see what penalties, if any, are handed down to the reigning Premier League champions.