The Evening Standard has reported on possible penalties if City is found guilty. While relegation to the Championship has been mentioned, it is considered less likely than other punishments. A more probable outcome is a significant points deduction and a fine, especially if the Premier League can prove some of the charges. A points deduction of around 30 is mentioned as a possibility, though retrospective measures like stripping titles and reallocating them to other clubs are deemed unlikely.
Cityโs ownership and directors are committed to vigorously defending the club, raising concerns about the potential legal costs for the Premier League, regardless of the caseโs outcome. The Daily Mail has noted that the Premier League might face a legal bill totaling โtens of millionsโ even if they win. This follows a previous situation where the league was required to cover a substantial portion of legal fees in a case involving Everton.