Everton face record-breaking point deduction as Premier League demand punishment
Everton are facing a 12-point deduction after the Premier League recommended a record-breaking punishment for allegedly breaking Financial Fair Play (FFP) rules.
The Toffees, who have narrowly avoided relegation in each of the last two seasons, are said to have breached the Premier League's financial rules. It's believed English football's leading division wants them to face a severe punishment, setting a strong example.
If found guilty, the maximum punishment Everton will face is a huge 12-point deduction. Based on the current table, that would leave them bottom on -5 points. Such a punishment would've been enough to relegate them in each of the last two seasons.
It would also be the biggest points deduction in Premier League history. Portsmouth were deducted nine points for entertaining administration in 2010, while Middlesbrough were handed a three-point deduction for postponing a game at short notice for not having enough players to field in 1997. Both teams went on to be relegated.
Even without such a heavy punishment, Everton are among the favourites for relegation. They are currently 16th in the Premier League table - just three points above the drop zone. If they receive a 12-point ban, they will find themselves 11 points from safety.
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As reported by The Telegraph, Everton's case is being reviewed by an independent commission. They, NOT the Premier League, will make the final decision. Everton are thought to have recorded financial loses of £371.8million - £266.8m over budget.
Everton believe they have complied within the rules and will "robustly defend" their position. They will argue that exemptions, including those related to Covid, is to blame for their losses. They are confident that will be enough to satisfy the independent commission.
Sean Dyche could be left with a very difficult job (Tony McArdle/Everton FC via Getty Images)Other punishments are also on the table, such as a fine, a transfer embargo or a more lenient points deduction. Yet the Premier League want the book thrown at Everton.
The Toffees are currently in the middle of a takeover saga. American company 777 Partners are in the process of buying Farhad Moshiri's 94 cent stake in the club. Mirror Football understands the takeover is expected to go ahead as planned.
The Premier League announced Everton's alleged breaches in March and haven't publicly commented on the matter since. They said: "The proceedings before the commission will, in accordance with Premier League Rule W.82, be confidential and heard in private.
“Under Premier League Rule W.82.2, the commission's final award will be published on the Premier League's website. The league will be making no further comment until that time."
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