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Kyle Walker addresses Manchester City financial rule allegations

Former Manchester City captain Kyle Walker has expressed concern regarding the potential sanctions facing the club following allegations of financial rule violations. An independent Premier League commission previously found the club guilty of multiple breaches of financial regulations.

Walker, who currently plays for Burnley, noted that the situation is currently in the appeal phase. He stated that while the circumstances ‘do not look good’, he prefers to focus on the achievements earned on the pitch. He emphasized that the hard work of the players and the dedication of the fans, who traveled extensively to support the team, should be respected.

There are concerns that sanctions could include the revocation of titles won between 2009 and 2018. Walker remarked that the squad wishes to be remembered for winning trophies ‘in the right way’ and noted that the personal experience of those victories is something that cannot be taken away.

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