Regulator would quit over Man City interference

The head of English football's independent regulator says he will resign if he encounters any political interference over the future of Manchester City. As chairman of the Independent Football Regulator (IFR), David Kogan has the power to assess the suitability of club owners and executives. If an independent commission's findings that the club broke Premier League financial rules are upheld, the watchdog would have to decide whether to force a sale. Last month, the Prime Minister Andy Burnham was criticised for saying he would be "really concerned" if Manchester City's Abu Dhabi owners decided to sell up.