Today marks a double whammy for Everton, as they await the outcome of yet another PSR ruling on what is D-Day and Groundhog Day for the club.
The first ruling saw them hit with the toughest points deduction in top-flight history, though it was later reduced to six points. Still, the issue remains a sore point for many Everton fans, especially as Nottingham Forest received only four points for a supposedly larger breach of the rules.
Each trial seems to set a new precedent, and the unpredictable nature of the process makes it impossible to foresee the result. But one man, finance expert Stefan Borson, has ventured a guess on when the decision might be released.
Speculation is rife that the Premier League and independent commission’s punishment for Everton’s second PSR violation will be revealed soon. Borson predicts a morning decision for the club and league, with a public release around lunchtime, based on the timing of Forest’s case.
Manager Sean Dyche will be hoping for a positive outcome, as another points deduction could derail their survival hopes. With the relegation battle now involving five teams, a significant deduction could throw Everton back into turmoil. A favorable outcome would bring an end to the PSR saga and leave survival in Dyche’s control, especially with important fixtures against their direct rivals on the horizon.
