Sky Sports send warning to pundits Gary Neville and Co over verdict on Man City’s ‘115 charges’
SKY SPORTS have warned pundits over how they address Manchester City’s “115 charges”.
A verdict on the Premier League’s legal war with City is expected in the coming weeks.
Jamie Carragher and Gary Neville are among Sky Sports’ star pundits[/caption]
Sky chiefs are at pains to ensure that their reporting on the sensitive and complex matter will be “accurate, fair and balanced”.
The broadcaster has told its pundits not to “make snap judgements” on the sensitive matter.
Sky are said to have written to staff members, including the likes of Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher and Roy Keane, asking them to “sufficiently digest the outcome” and to “stick to the facts” after the verdict.
The outcome will also be subject to an appeal.
Sky chiefs also hope that pundits will direct viewers to Sky Sports News for more information.
The broadcaster is keen to avoid controversy on the matter.
In doing so, they have also sent a “factfile” on the case to staff members.
A verdict is expected before the end of the season.
BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERS
City were initially slapped with 115 charges over alleged breaches of Financial Fair Play rules.
The Prem champions, who have strongly denied all charges, were subsequently hit with 15 more.
City splashed out £175million on four new signings in the January window amid talk they were fearing a transfer embargo punishment.
Boss Pep Guardiola denied that, insisting: “I do not agree but my words will not convince people our attributes are just being in a wealthy position.
“In one month there will be a verdict and sentence and after we will see my opinion of what happened so far.”
City could face a points deduction – or even relegation – if they are found guilty.
Pep Guardiola has commented on the matter[/caption]
