A finance expert predicts that Everton’s appeal will significantly reduce the amount of points deducted.
Dr. Rob Wilson, a sports finance expert from Sheffield Hallam University, suggests that Everton’s 10-point deduction could be reduced to as little as four points following their appeal.
Wilson believes that the initial sanction was harsh, considering the relatively small breach of financial regulations.
While Wilson doesn’t anticipate Everton escaping with just a fine, he argues that there is a case for
reducing the deduction since it would still serve the purpose of penalizing the overspend without severely
impacting the club’s performance and revenue.
He predicts that the deduction will likely be halved, as a 10-point penalty could significantly affect
finishing positions and subsequent revenue.
Wilson points out that during the period of overspending, Everton achieved sporting success under
manager Carlo Ancelotti, including an unbeaten run at the start of the 2019-20 season.
This success may suggest that the breaches contributed to on-field performance, potentially influencing their survival in the previous season’s relegation battle.
Although the idea that overspending directly impacted Everton’s performance in the relegation
battle is debatable, Wilson’s prediction of a reduced deduction would still provide Everton with a significant
boost in their current Premier League campaign.
It would likely improve their league position and mitigate the threat of further deductions.
While Wilson doesn’t foresee the punishment worsening after the appeal, Everton must remain
cautious, considering the uncertainty surrounding the outcome.
A failure to overturn the deduction could leave them in a precarious position, particularly given
their recent dip in form following the deduction.
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