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Everton Hit With Another Points Deduction, Appeal Incoming

Everton’s fight against relegation just got tougher. The club has been hit with a fresh two-point deduction by an independent commission for breaching Premier League financial rules. This comes after a previous deduction of six points, later reduced on appeal.

Second Bite for Financial Misconduct

This latest penalty takes Everton’s total points deduction to eight for the 2023-24 season. The club exceeded spending limits by nearly $21 million over a three-year period ending in 2023. This is a separate offense from the earlier breach, which covered the previous accounting cycle.

Appeal on the Horizon

Everton is determined to fight back. The club has confirmed it will appeal the recent decision, arguing for a lighter sanction. They point to “mitigating circumstances” like the war in Ukraine and their cooperation with the Premier League.

Looking Back, Moving Forward

The club acknowledges the need to work with the League on financial regulations. However, they express concern about the inconsistency in how different commissions handle similar cases.

Fan Support and Next Steps

Everton thanked its fans for their patience and support throughout this process. Legal representatives are already preparing the appeal against the two-point deduction. The club will remain silent on the matter until further developments.

Brandon Lee
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