Nottingham Forest have expressed deep disappointment over the recent points deduction that may impact Everton’s standing in the Premier League. Both clubs are currently fighting to avoid relegation this season, with Everton sitting at 16th place with 25 points and Forest now in 18th place after the deduction.
The deduction came after Forest was found guilty of breaching the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Rules, leading to a four-point deduction. This has caused Forest to fall below Luton Town, who are now in 17th place. The club has issued a statement expressing dismay and concern over the decision, stating that it could have serious implications for the future of other clubs in similar situations.
Forest highlighted the unfairness of the Premier League’s approach and the lack of consideration given to the club’s unique circumstances in the decision-making process. They expressed worry over the potential impact on newly promoted clubs and the player trading model within the league. Despite their disappointment, Forest thanked the Commission for dealing with the matter promptly and emphasized the importance of transparency and integrity in the league.
The statement released by Nottingham Forest further underlined their belief that the points deduction was disproportionate compared to similar cases of insolvency sanctions within the Premier League. They argued that their business plan had responsibly balanced compliance with the PSR guidelines while investing in the squad to compete at the highest level. The club also highlighted their efforts to cooperate with the Premier League throughout the process, expressing disappointment that their cooperation was not reciprocated in return.
Furthermore, Forest emphasized the potential negative impact of the decision on the player trading model within the league, stating that it could hinder the ability of clubs outside of the top few at the top of the Premier League to progress. The club expressed concerns that the decision could lead to stagnation in the football pyramid and limit the mobility of aspirant clubs in the future.
In closing, Nottingham Forest reiterated their commitment to maintaining integrity and competitiveness within the league, despite the challenges presented by the recent points deduction. They called for a reconsideration of the decision-making process and urged for a fair and transparent approach to be adopted to ensure the future sustainability and growth of all clubs within the Premier League.
