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    Everton might face another points deduction after new PL rule

    Emma TeeBy No Comments2 Mins Read

    • Everton just can’t seem to get a break! This season, the Toffees will suffer another point loss due to new Premier League regulations.

    Everton might face another points deduction after new PL rule
    Everton might face another points deduction after new PL rule

    Everton faces the potential of an additional points deduction if they are found to have violated financial regulations in the 2022/23 season. The Times reports that their financial accounts for the season are currently under submission, and if further breaches are uncovered, it could lead to another points penalty this season.

    This situation arises despite Everton having already been docked 10 points earlier in the month. The recent regulations stipulate that any rule violations should be addressed before the conclusion of the ongoing season rather than at a later time when the club’s position in the standings is confirmed.

    These new regulations appear to apply specifically to individual cases like Everton’s, in contrast to the more intricate investigations faced by wealthier Premier League clubs such as Manchester City and Chelsea dealing with alleged rule breaches.

    The divergent penalties between Everton and their more affluent rivals have sparked outrage among the blue side of Merseyside, with fans expressing their discontent, notably before the match against Manchester United over the weekend.

    Everton’s points deduction stems from the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Rules, not the UEFA-initiated Financial Fair Play. Essentially, the club is being penalized for the financial losses incurred over a three-year period. Premier League guidelines limit clubs to a maximum loss of £105m over three years, and as Everton exceeded this by £19.5m, the consequences have been severe.

    This points deduction has thrust Sean Dyche’s team into a relegation battle, despite a promising start to the season on the field. Nevertheless, Everton’s manager, known for his resilience, is the type of leader one would want when facing adversity. In the upcoming Premier League fixture, his team is set for a challenging encounter against Nottingham Forest, where they aim to secure points and steer the club back onto a positive trajectory.