Everton faces a 10-point deduction after being found guilty of Financial Fair Play violations, prompting an appeal by Sean Dyche’s players. Currently 14th in the table, losing the appeal could drop them to 19th.
All eyes are now on Manchester City, embroiled in 115 charges since February. Amid a title race with Liverpool and Arsenal, City vehemently denies the allegations, expressing a willingness to cooperate with the investigation.
City’s financial dealings have been scrutinized before. In 2020, UEFA initially imposed a two-year European football ban and a €30 million fine, later reduced to €10 million by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS).
Kevin De Bruyne, City’s star player, expressed concern during the ban, stating it could impact his future at the Etihad Stadium. Despite the club’s confidence in appealing, De Bruyne admitted uncertainty, emphasizing his belief in the team.
If City is found guilty, potential point deductions loom large. De Bruyne’s past remarks suggest players might reconsider their allegiance, especially if relegation becomes a threat. Financial expert Stefan Borson, formerly associated with City, considers the -10 points for Everton severe and hints that City’s sanctions, if proven, and Chelsea’s potential penalties, could lead to relegation.
Borson, once a City employee, emphasizes the gravity of sanctions against clubs, suggesting they could be relegation-inducing. The evolving situation sparks speculation about the future not only for Everton but also for powerhouse clubs like Manchester City, underlining the far-reaching consequences of breaching Financial Fair Play rules in the competitive landscape of English football.
