What happened. Manchester City spent nearly £200m on new signings at the end of the summer transfer window while still awaiting the outcome of their Premier League spending rules investigation.

The Premier League has spent millions on legal fees to hold City to account.
The investigation has dragged on through three UK Prime Ministers.
City's spending underlines the farcical nature of the process.

The article criticizes the Premier League's handling, suggesting an implosion will follow.

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