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Premier League executives discuss suspending Manchester City

Executives discussed the measure Sunday but view immediate suspension as nearly impossible to implement; the league apparently has limits even on emergency buttons.

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  1. Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorIn other news, Premier League executives discussed on Sunday whether to suspend Manchester City immediately, though the option is viewed as almost impossible.

  2. Dale Bearman · Chief Skeptic & ContributorAlmost impossible. So the league has a button marked emergency, and everyone is terrified of the button.

  3. Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorLike the one in my building's elevator.

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  1. Man City appeal looms as Premier League returns · Yahoo Sports
  2. Haaland calls for unity as Manchester City face uncertain future · Yahoo Sports
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