Manchester City's former player and former coach Pierce talked about Manchester City's financial violations and the topic of winning the Premier League championship in the new season.

Talking about Manchester City's financial violations

"I'm not sure how things will develop, but I think this problem will last for a long time, and even be tugged in court for a long time. I don't think there will be any result in this matter in the short term. This is what I think. Because this problem has been going on for a long time, I think Manchester City will drag it into legal proceedings and then drag it on. From a personal point of view, I don't like to see football problems resolved outside the stadium. I just hope that there will be an ending plan in the end."

Is Manchester City the biggest favorite to win the Premier League in the new season?

"No, I don't think so. I think Liverpool and Chelsea may be the two strongest teams. Chelsea are already a little mature, they have performed well this summer and should have a nice start in the new season. I think Liverpool will still be the strongest competitor."