Manchester City has made several big signings in January, including Omar Marmoush and Abdukodir Khusanov, spending over $150 million. The club is under investigation for 115 Financial Fair Play violations, which it denies. Additionally, City secured a nine-and-a-half-year contract for Erling Haaland. Meanwhile, Liverpool is in a strong financial position to make summer signings, with key contract decisions for Salah, Van Dijk, and Alexander-Arnold looming.
With Manchester City making significant signings in January 2025, including Omar Marmoush, Abdukodir Khusanov, Vitor Reis, Juma Bah, and Christian McFarlane, totalling over $150 million, speculation has arisen regarding their potential punishment in the Premier League’s ongoing case. City faces 115 charges over alleged breaches of Financial Fair Play, which they deny. Dr. Dan Plumley, a soccer finance expert, suggests that City’s spending could be interpreted in two ways: they might anticipate a transfer embargo or believe that the case will have no significant impact.
Additionally, Manchester City made headlines with a remarkable nine-and-a-half-year contract for Erling Haaland. Plumley views the contract as a strategy to protect the asset, tying Haaland down while allowing room for salary adjustments over time due to rising revenues.
Meanwhile, Liverpool, with stable finances, can spend significantly this summer, though much depends on key contract decisions involving Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk, and Trent Alexander-Arnold. These contract renewals could have ripple effects within the squad, as other players may expect higher wages if these key figures are rewarded with big deals.
