Manchester City's Premier League rivals have reacted to the club's guilty verdict, with the fallout from the case continuing to dominate discussion. City were found guilty of 114 of the 115 financial breaches brought against them by the Premier League and have confirmed they will appeal the decision.
The club continue to deny any wrongdoing, insisting they have a 'comprehensive body of irrefutable evidence' that they believe will clear them of the charges. Possible punishments discussed include a points deduction, a financial penalty, the stripping of previous trophies or even expulsion from the Premier League.
Appeal expected before end of year
City's appeal is expected to be heard before the end of the year, with an independent three-person panel set to consider the case and reach a decision in the months ahead. On Thursday, Coventry City boss Frank Lampard held his press conference, while fellow managers Daniel Farke, Regis Le Bris, Marco Rose and Matthias Jaissle also faced the media.
Asked about the City guilty verdict, Lampard replied: "We've all seen the news, it's obviously big news, Man City are appealing. I guess my reaction is that, right? What can you say when an appeal is going on? I'm not inside the story, I'm outside it completely."
He added: "I played for Man City a long time ago now, for one year. We'll wait and see what the result of the appeal is and onwards. I don't know the timelines at all."
Managers and chairman weigh in
Leeds United boss Daniel Farke said: "Not my topic. There are more qualified people to speak about this. It's not up to me, I was not involved in the title race during these years. Only won one game with Norwich so can't really complain. Makes no sense if everyone in the world talks about this."
Leeds chairman Paraag Marathe told the BBC: "We'll let everything play out through the proper channels. Obviously I have some certain opinions on it that it is probably best I don't share at the moment. Whatever is the just result is I am sure going to be delivered."
Bournemouth boss Rose said: "I played many times against Manchester City in the Champions League with my former clubs and for me it was always the best thing to challenge with the best players and the best clubs in the world. I trust in the guys who are involved in these kinds of things and situations and then we will see what happens."
Newcastle United manager Jaissle said: "I think as a manager of another club, I am not able to judge and it is not my job. The authorities are taking care of it and there is a clear process now which will be followed."
City face Liverpool at Anfield
With the Premier League returning this weekend, City face a trip to Anfield to take on Liverpool on Sunday (4:30pm). No verdict is anticipated until the end of the year.
