Wednesday marks the second anniversary of an independent commission’s investigation into over 100 allegations against Manchester City, claiming the club violated Premier League financial regulations. The charges were formally brought in February 2023, following an initial investigation by the Premier League that began in 2018. Despite the extended timeline, no final decision has been made, and Manchester City continues to deny any wrongdoing. The prolonged process has drawn attention from legal experts in sports law. Nick De Marco, a leading sports barrister who has worked on major football cases, including for Leicester City, called the delay “the most incredible delay,” highlighting that it has taken longer than expected. He noted that the extended timeline contrasts with the perception that sports arbitration is typically faster and more efficient compared to traditional court proceedings. De Marco, however, is not involved in Manchester City’s case. Lord David Pannick, another prominent barrister from Blackstone Chambers, has represented Manchester City in the ongoing investigation. Meanwhile, Richard Masters, the Premier League’s chief executive, acknowledged that the case has taken longer than anticipated. However, he emphasized that the league typically does not discuss such matters with other clubs and that the process must be allowed to reach its natural conclusion. Masters declined to comment on the specifics or timing of the case, stating that the Premier League’s role is to present serious allegations to independent commissions so they can determine the facts. Masters also noted that the commission requires time and space to complete its work without external pressure. He stressed that the process should not be rushed and that the truth must be established, even if it takes longer than expected. As the second anniversary of the investigation passes without a resolution, the case remains a high-profile legal and financial issue in English football.