The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) has fined top European clubs for violating financial fair play rules..

This was announced by the official website of the organization.

Sanctions affected eight clubs. French side Paris Saint-Germain will pay the largest fine - 10 million euros.

Four representatives of the Italian Serie A were also fined at once.. Roma to pay 5m, Inter 4m, Juventus 3.5m, Milan 2m.

In addition, Besiktas will pay 600,000 euros, while Marseille and Monaco will pay 300,000 each..

The clubs were initially fined 172 million euros but were only ordered to pay 15 per cent of that amount.. Further, everything will depend on the implementation of points to correct the situation in the coming years..

Financial Fair Play is a set of financial regulations designed to control the spending of top clubs, including in the transfer market..

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