Wyness suggests new twist as Everton hearing ends – ‘everyone’s forgetting…’

Former Everton CEO Keith Wyness has suggested that the process surrounding the Premier League’s Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSR) breaches and subsequent points deductions for Everton and Nottingham Forest could extend beyond the Premier League’s set backstop date of May 24, 2024. Wyness, who now runs a football consultancy, highlighted the slow pace of legal systems and potential delays that could push the resolution past the date that falls five days after the season’s end.

Everton’s hearing for their second PSR breach concluded on March 27, with a verdict expected by April 8. However, an appeal could prolong the process up to the backstop date. Similarly, Nottingham Forest, who have appealed a four-point deduction for their PSR breach, could also be waiting until May 24 to learn their final fate.

Wyness pointed out that factors such as bank holidays, illnesses, and other unforeseen events could impact the timing of these proceedings. He expressed concern that these potential delays could make it challenging to finalize the league table on time for the 2023-2024 season. Wyness’s comments underscore the complexity and unpredictability of the situation, as the Premier League navigates the largest sporting sanctions in its history related to financial rule breaches.

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