India, Oct. 8 -- Andy Burnham's comments on Manchester City have sparked concern among some Premier League clubs, with senior figures reportedly worried that the prime minister's remarks could create the perception of political interference in the independent appeal process.

Burnham said he would be "really concerned" if Manchester City's Abu Dhabi-backed owners decided to sell the club after an independent commission found City guilty of 114 of 115 alleged financial rule breaches. Several club sources have now told BBC Sport they were astonished by his comments and questioned their potential impact on the case.

Andy Burnham Manchester City Comments Spark Concern

The reaction centres on Burnham's comments about City's ownership and his...