Man City lawyers have proved the football authorities were wrong to put in place the FFP rules that were voted on by all the PL clubs. Man City may be off the hook.
As Bob Dylan said, Money doesn't talk it swears.
That is part of their defense.
They main thrust of the investigation into Manchester, is around the validity of accounts filed and accepted. So the case isn't about just Manchester City, it is about Directors, and numerous accountants. It is a difficult case to prove. It is compounded by the fact it isn't Prem rules v Manchester City. It is business and financial law. Not just the club, defending itself, but individuals too. Who have the right to defend themselves.
This isn't about a club being docked a few points or even relegated. The allegations, which is all they are at this stage, if proven would see people going to prison.
Anybody waiting for Manchester City to be hauled over the coals, my advice is don't hold your breath. The numerous allegations can't proceed with one without the other. You are talking Fraud, financial irregularities of the highest order and in the most difficult to prove league.
At the moment it is allegations only and the club and individuals have the right to defend themselves and will defend themselves. It will take ages