Etihad Airways considers legal action against Premier League

Etihad Airways, Manchester City's main sponsor, is reportedly considering legal action against the Premier League over claims of 'sham' sponsorship deals, according to multiple sources.

Etihad Stadium, à Manchester

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Etihad Airways, the main sponsor of Manchester City, is reportedly considering legal action against the Premier League. According to The Guardian and Sky Sports, the airline is weighing its options after allegations that its sponsorship deals with the club were 'sham' arrangements.

Mundo Deportivo reports that Etihad is studying a lawsuit against the league, while the Daily Mail adds that the airline was at the centre of the disputed deals. Maisfutebol states that Etihad denies any irregularities and is contemplating a legal process against the Premier League.

The exact nature of the claims and the potential legal steps remain unclear, as the reports are based on unnamed sources.

Sources

  1. Mundo DeportivoEtihad estudia demandar a la Premier por el 'caso City' (new window)mundodeportivo.com
  2. The GuardianCity sponsor Etihad Airways considering legal action against the Premier League (new window)theguardian.com
  3. Sky SportsMan City sponsor Etihad Airways considering legal action against PL (new window)skysports.com
  4. Daily MailMan City's major sponsor Etihad considers legal action against Premier League after claims the airline was at the centre of 'sham' sponsorship deals (new window)dailymail.com
  5. MaisfutebolEtihad nega irregularidades com Man. City e pondera processo contra a Premier League (new window)maisfutebol.iol.pt