Leicester City and Leeds United have threatened to take legal action against Everton in response to a significant off-field development. The Toffees recently received a 10-point deduction for violating the Premier League’s financial rules, resulting in their placement in the relegation zone.
The possibility of legal action has prompted former Crystal Palace chairman Simon Jordan to caution Leicester City and Leeds United about pursuing a case against Everton. Jordan believes that the best course of action for Everton may be to accept the penalty and move on, as they are still within striking distance of safety in the league standings.
If Everton’s appeal to overturn the 10-point deduction fails, Leicester City and Leeds United may decide to move forward with their legal action, which could be worth up to £300 million in damages. However, the success of such a lawsuit remains uncertain due to the lack of a precedent in such cases.
Meanwhile, Burnley has managed to secure a prompt return to the Premier League after being relegated in the previous season, and the financial implications of relegation are substantial for clubs. As Leicester and Leeds strive to secure a swift return to the top flight, they face tough competition in the Championship.
Overall, the potential legal battle between Leicester City, Leeds United, and Everton is uncertain, and Jordan believes that the pursuing clubs are unlikely to be successful in their pursuit of damages from Everton.
