View: Everton points deduction destiny could be announced today as PL cause fresh outrage

Everton Football Club is currently facing the possibility of a second points deduction due to breaches of the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR). The club has already been penalized this season with a six-point deduction for previous breaches. The outcome of their second PSR hearing is expected to be announced imminently, potentially as soon as Friday, April 5, 2024, or the following Monday or Tuesday.

The anticipation of the verdict comes after Everton submitted their accounts to the Premier League by December 31, 2023, which are now under scrutiny. Football finance expert Kieran Maguire has indicated that the losses reported by Everton are higher than anticipated, which could lead to a less favorable outcome regarding points deduction than previously hoped[15].

Adding to the tension between Everton and the Premier League is a recent proposal reported by the Daily Mail on April 4, 2024, suggesting the introduction of an “NBA-style” salary tax. This new system would tax teams based on the extent of their overspending instead of imposing points deductions[15]. This proposal comes amid ongoing issues with Manchester City over 115 alleged PSR breaches and could potentially benefit wealthier clubs that can afford to pay the tax, allowing them to continue spending heavily with fewer consequences.

Everton fans, as well as those of Nottingham Forest, who are also facing a potential second points deduction this season, are likely to be opposed to the “luxury tax” change. Many supporters believe that this shift would disproportionately favor richer clubs, exacerbating the financial disparity within the league[15].

The prospect of another points deduction is a significant concern for Everton, as it could have severe implications for their battle against relegation. Understandably, those currently facing penalties are expressing outrage, especially in light of discussions to potentially eliminate such punishments in the future[15].

Citations:
[1] https://www.evertonfc.com/news/3912657/club-statement
[2] https://theathletic.com/5351723/2024/03/18/nottingham-forest-points-deduction-explained/
[3] https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11095/13081584/everton-points-deduction-appeal-key-questions-answered-as-premier-league-clubs-deduction-reduced-to-six-points
[4] https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/second-points-deduction-everton-imminent-toffees-expecting-punishment-premier-league-rules-breach-nottingham-forest-also-set-to-be-charged/bltc020b8c906b4dbc2
[5] https://www.theguardian.com/football/2024/feb/26/everton-boosted-after-premier-league-deduction-reduced-from-10-to-six-points
[6] https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11671/13101531/evertons-three-day-hearing-against-premier-league-psr-breaches-begins-on-monday
[7] https://theathletic.com/5317485/2024/03/06/everton-psr-appeal-second-case/
[8] https://theesk.org/2023/11/19/summary-of-the-commission-decision-aggravating-factors-mitigation-claims-and-the-sanction/
[9] https://inews.co.uk/sport/football/everton-ffp-second-hearing-prediction-2983560
[10] https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/premier-league-mancity-everton-forest-31895301
[11] https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/premier-league-forest-liverpool-decision-32261991
[12] https://www.smallheathalliance.com/index.php
[13] https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/premier-league-considering-major-points-28936836
[14] https://talksport.com/football/1815494/tottenham-fans-rage-chelsea-liverpool-rescheduled/
[15] https://www.goodisonnews.com/2024/04/05/everton-points-deduction-destiny-may-be-announced-within-hours-amid-fresh-premier-league-outrage/
[16] https://www.express.co.uk/sport/othersport/1885255/Luke-Littler-Man-Utd-Premier-League-Darts
[17] https://www.footballinsider247.com/everton-set-for-new-points-deduction-after-shattering-development-sources/
[18] https://inews.co.uk/sport/football/everton-ffp-second-points-deduction-inevitable-2985271
[19] https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/everton-points-deduction
[20] https://www.footballinsider247.com/everton-face-devastating-third-points-deduction-breach-as-new-details-emerge-keith-wyness/