Everton want one-point deduction moved to next season after appeal now lodged
Everton want one point of their latest deduction from the Premier League to be deferred until next season, according to Sky Sports.
The update comes after the Toffees formally lodged their appeal on Monday 15 April against the two-point deduction handed down to them recently.
It is said that the Premier League initially wanted to hand Everton a five-point deduction this time around, but it was reduced on mitigating factors.
Speaking live on Sky Sports, as shared on X, Vicky Gomersall shared the latest after the appeal was officially lodged.
“The Premier League and the commission initially wanted to impose a five-point deduction on the club,” she said.
“It was reduced to two on mitigating factors, so Everton had argued for a one-point deduction to be deferred until next season, that’s what they want from it.
“So, they are appealing.”
Premier League and Everton fight continues at appeal
All of this ongoing as the relegation battle continues in the Premier League highlights just how much of a joke this has become for all of the clubs involved.
There is a scenario that could play out where clubs don’t know if they are relegated or not for days after the Premier League season finishes.
The appeal must be concluded by May 24, which is five days after the league is scheduled to finish, with carnage on the way if it is not sorted by then.
It’s not just Everton who this affects either, with Nottingham Forest and Luton also heavily involved in the battle to avoid the drop to the Championship.
All Sean Dyche can do is concentrate on matters on the pitch, with wins needed quickly, starting at Chelsea and Stamford Bridge on April 15.
With even bigger games coming up against the likes of Luton and Sheffield United though, gaining even just one point back could make a huge difference.
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