Coventry City manager Frank Lampard has refused to speculate on Manchester Citys financial breaches or the potential consequences for his former club, insisting the appeal process must be allowed to run its course. City were found guilty of breaching Premier League financial regulations following a lengthy investigation into their financial activities between 2009 and 2018.The club have denied any wrongdoing and have launched an appeal against the independent commissions findings.Lampard, who spent the 2014-15 season at the Etihad Stadium towards the end of his playing career, admitted he was not in a position to judge the case.Weve all seen the news, its obviously big news, Man City are appealing. I guess my reaction is that, right? Lampard said.What can you say when an appeal is going on? Im not inside the story, Im outside it completely. I played for Man City a long time ago now, for one year.Well wait and see what the result of the appeal is and onwards. I dont know the timelines at all.Lampard made 38 appearances in the Premier League during his single season with City, scoring six goals after leaving Chelsea.Lampard unsure of impact on Citys seasonThe former England midfielder was also asked whether the ongoing controversy could affect Manchester Citys performances this season.City face the possibility of significant sporting sanctions if their appeal is unsuccessful, although the final punishment has yet to be decided.Lampard did not want to predict how the situation might influence the players or manager Enzo Maresca.I dont know, for Man City? Im outside the loop, he said.I have this job and my, not problems, but things I need to work on and I always respect a manager for whatever situation, there are a lot of things you dont know.This is obviously something we do know but they are obviously a huge football club now, a huge squad of quality players so we will see. Topics Frank Lampard Manchester City F.C. If you enjoy reading this article, you can help support our independent football journalism by adding 101 Great Goals as a preferred source You Should Also Read Fantasy Premier League 2026/27: Five players to axe ahead of Gameweek 6 Jon Fisher 8th October, 2026 Fantasy Premier League 2026/27: Five players who will explode over the next three gameweeks Blake Hurst 8th October, 2026 Premier League Predictions: Arsenal and Chelsea get back on track, Man United frustrated while City survive Liverpool storm Jon Fisher 8th October, 2026 The Premier League returns: The five storylines to follow including Manchester City, Liverpool and Chelsea Jon Fisher 8th October, 2026 Liverpool have doubts over Isak and Gakpo before Man City clash Tom Rostance 7th October, 2026 Guardiola set for City return in show of support Tom Rostance 7th October, 2026
