Everton recently celebrated a small victory, but their financial troubles are far from over. Despite recovering four points from an initial ten-point deduction, more penalties could be looming as the Premier League tightens its grip.
Luckily, Nottingham Forest is also facing the same fate, which may keep Everton afloat for now. However, an expert has predicted a bleak future for both clubs.
Football finance expert Dr. Rob Wilson believes Nottingham Forest will face a smaller penalty than Everton, possibly three or four points. The mitigation will likely be the Brennan Johnson case, similar to Everton’s low net spend defense.
The Premier League’s aggressive enforcement of Financial Fair Play rules isn’t stopping at teams already in the league. Leicester City, who are dominating the Championship, could face similar sanctions if they secure promotion.
Despite their success on the pitch, Leicester may have to sell players to avoid financial penalties. The Premier League’s efforts to stifle progress seem to extend beyond their own ranks, threatening the future of ambitious clubs like Leicester.
