Nottingham Forest appeal verdict confirmed as Everton wait goes on

Nottingham Forest’s appeal against their four-point deduction for breaching Premier League financial rules has been rejected. The club had admitted to overspending by £34.5 million over three years and was given a four-point penalty, which has now been upheld.

Everton, who are awaiting their own appeal hearing for a second points deduction, will be watching closely. The Toffees were initially docked 10 points for a similar breach but successfully appealed to reduce the penalty to six points.

Forest’s appeal was rejected due to their “early plea” and “excellent co-operation” with the Premier League. The club argued that they were at a disadvantage due to their recent promotion and lower spending limits compared to other Premier League clubs.

Everton’s appeal hearing is expected to take place next week, with the club facing a further two-point deduction. The Toffees have secured their top-flight status for another year but will be hoping to avoid additional penalties.

The outcome of Forest’s appeal sets a precedent for Everton’s case, and the club will be eager to learn from the decision. With the Premier League season nearing its end, both clubs are focused on their remaining matches, with Forest fighting to avoid relegation and Everton looking to build on their recent wins.