In 2021, the Premier League introduced Association Party Transaction (APT) rules following Newcastle's takeover from the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund (PIF).
It was these same rules which would cause a headache for City when they blocked new sponsorship deals with Etihad Airways and First Abu Dhabi Bank.
So, City decided to launch an attack on the Premier League with the help of Newcastle and the rewards were confirmed this week - an independent panel has now ruled that APT rules are void and unenforceable.
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