Nassef Sawiris, the Aston Villa owner, has warned the “embattled” Premier League its turbulent legal fight with Manchester City is now costing the competition dear.

Aston Villa co-owner Nassef Sawiris says his club will join Manchester City in voting against the Premier League’s amended associated party transaction (APT) rules. The 20 clubs were scheduled to vote on the proposals in September but that was withdrawn ahead of the meeting,

Aston Villa owner Nassef Sawiris has confirmed the club's stance on the Premier League's associated-party transaction proposals

Aston Villa co-owner Nassef Sawiris announced the club will vote against the Premier League's amendments to its APT rules due to 'astronomical' legal fees.

Aston Villa owner Nassef Sawiris has publicly backed Manchester City in the Premier League’s ongoing legal battle, warning that the conflict is damaging the league’s reputation and financial stability.

Aston Villa, Manchester City, Nottingham Forest and Newcastle United all voted against against the implementation of Associated Party Transaction rules

The Premier League has announced changes to its Associated Party Transaction (APT) rules after a vote from clubs. The move comes following a legal challenge from Manchester City.

Aston Villa owner Nassef Sawiris says the club will join Manchester City in voting against amendments the Premier League has proposed to rules governing commercial deals.

The Premier League has won its battle against Manchester City and other rebels following a shareholders’ meeting on Friday. In a crucial vote centering around associated party transactions, clubs voted through proposed amendments on Friday morning.