Off the PitchThe GuardianUnverified source· 29 Jul 2026
City lead revolt against Premier League's £1.5bn EFL deal
Manchester City are pushing back against a landmark financial settlement for the English Football League.


Manchester City
team
Proposal
£1.5bn over 10 years to EFL
Meeting
Thursday vote planned
Opposition
Manchester City leading
Concern
How package will be funded
What happened. Manchester City are leading opposition to the Premier League's proposed £1.5bn financial settlement for the EFL, with a counterproposal submitted ahead of a Thursday vote.
- City have concerns about funding the package.
- Premier League wants resolution before season start.
- Counterproposal has been put forward by City.
The outcome could reshape financial distribution in English football.
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