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Mancini Says Double-Contract Allegations Are Not His Concern
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Core Event – Alleged Double Contract and Premier League Verdict
Manchester City was found guilty by the Premier League of breaching the majority of 115 financial-rule charges, including 14 instances of failing to provide accurate details of player and manager payments for the 2009-10 to 2017-18 seasons. The allegations focus on a “double contract” that would have paid former manager Roberto Mancini twice for the same period. When asked about the issue at a news conference before Italy’s UEFA Nations League match against Turkey, Mancini said the matter does not concern him.
Background – City’s Financial Breaches Case
The Premier League’s investigation covered the years Mancini was in charge (three and a half seasons, 2009-13). During that time City won the FA Cup in 2011 and its first top-flight title in 44 years in 2012. German magazine *Der Spiegel* reported that Mancini earned a basic salary of £1.45 million and an additional £1.75 million as a consultant for a club linked to owner Sheikh Mansour in Abu Dhabi. Manchester City has consistently denied wrongdoing and described the process as “ongoing.”
Official Statements & Responses
- Roberto Mancini: “It’s not a problem that concerns me,” emphasizing that the alleged double contract is the club’s issue, not his.
- Manchester City: The club reiterated that it remains confident in proving its innocence and that nothing has changed in its legal stance.
- Premier League: Declined to comment on the confidential aspects of the case when approached.
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Verbatim Quotes
- “It’s not a problem that concerns me,” — Roberto Mancini, italy coach — Roberto Mancini, Italy coach.