Just me worriying sorry to go off subjectThe boy had an Italian passport and his parent team's complaint was thrown out, however they appealed it and it's the appeal which is still waiting a decision. From what I understand, his team had nothing of note to add to the appeal, just that they still think it was unfair for City to sign him.
The whole thing hinged on him having a European passport which he gained to get the transfer done. Apparently his grand parents are Italian, so the passport application was a formality.