Everton has found themselves in a precarious situation following the deduction of 10 points from their 2023-24 Premier League tally due to financial breaches two seasons prior. As the team intends to appeal this decision, it may not be the end of their troubles.
Burnley, Leeds United, and Leicester City are poised to take significant action against Everton after the independent panel’s ruling. Reports suggest that these three teams had intended to sue Everton for profit and sustainability breaches, and now that the commission has ruled in favor of Everton’s punishment, they are moving forward with their plans.
The clubs believe that Everton’s excessive spending gave them an unfair advantage, and this has now been validated with the imposition of a points deduction. If Burnley, Leicester, and Leeds are successful in their legal pursuit of financial compensation from Everton, the consequences could be dire for Sean Dyche’s side.
An additional report by the Daily Mail suggests that if the three clubs are successful in their lawsuit, Everton could face administration and a nine-point deduction – a punishment that would almost certainly see them relegated to the Championship unless they can win enough matches to compensate for the points deficit.
While it remains uncertain when or if the lawsuit will proceed, it is clear that action is imminent if the clubs intend to see any resolution before the end of the 2023-24 season. These cases require time, resources, and effort, so a decision will need to be made soon to bring a resolution to this complex situation.
