The Premier League landscape faces a seismic shift as Chelsea and Manchester City potentially stare at relegation following Everton’s 10-point deduction for a breach of Financial Fair Play (FFP) regulations. Everton was found to have exceeded the Premier League’s threshold, triggering a 10-point deduction with immediate effect.
According to reports, Stefan Borson, a former financial advisor to Manchester City, contends that Everton’s sanctions set a precedent that could lead to similar penalties for Manchester City and Chelsea. Both clubs are under scrutiny for alleged breaches of FFP regulations.
Manchester City is facing 115 alleged breaches of the Premier League’s financial rules, while Chelsea may face investigation over alleged payments linked to former owner Roman Abramovich. The Daily Mail quoted Borson’s tweet, stating, “Without seeing the judgement/award -10 points for Everton feels harsh for a straightforward FFP [Financial Fair Play] breach to me. But reinforces that sanctions against City [if proven] and now Chelsea [if charged and admitted on the off-books payments] will be potentially relegation inducing.”
Borson further emphasized that Everton’s 10-point deduction could have significant implications for Chelsea’s approach to FFP regulations, especially regarding potential breaches in the January transfer window. The scale of the sporting sanction against Everton underscores the seriousness with which FFP violations are being addressed in the Premier League.
This development marks a potential turning point in the league’s history, as Chelsea and Manchester City, two of the top clubs in English football, face the prospect of relegation if found guilty of FFP breaches.
