Premier League probe Manchester City signing of teenage Liverpool keeper Louie Moulden
THE Premier League have launched an inquiry into Manchester City’s capture of 15-year-old goalkeeper Louie Moulden.
Moulden signed from Liverpool but there are suggestions the deal may have broken official regulations.
Former Liverpool youngster Louie Moulden was brought to Man City
The Premier League introduced a new ‘five step process’ for moves between category one academies was but some clubs are not sure the regulations are being adhered to.
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Moulden was pictured signing a contract at City four months ago but the transfer has yet to be officially ratified by the Premier League.
The deal may have broken Premier League rules, according to some
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As part of the process the Premier League is supposed to assess whether there are sound footballing reasons for a player moving between category one clubs.
It involves speaking with both clubs, the player and his parents.
If the Premier League decide City’s conduct was unacceptable then they can fine them £25,000 or refer the matter to an independent commission.
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