6 + 2 Point Deductions

[HalfTimeSayers]

And ended up relegated...top players are rarely available in January. Now with the European championship around the corner, there is the possibility that some important players might be looking for playing time...such as Kalvin Philips which could be a good option on loan for the season to cover our midfield.

Never said it worked? Of course January is a terrible window for quality and value. Just pointed out that as a purely financial decision, our fellow strugglers deserve to know exactly what they are up against to survive, and if they choose to roll the dice, as countless clubs have before (Tosun and Walcott?) they can if they wish.

 

[Timhowardsswearbox]

From The Athletic today. A survey of "PL fans".

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This is one of those times where switching the question a little would completely change the results.

If the question was "If YOUR club was given a 10 point deduction for an overspend of £20m over three years, how would you see that punishment? (Harsh, Fair, Lenient) - it would be pretty much 100% harsh.

 

[Howards tipple]

Happy to do this.
Got a link to Burnham's letter?

I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to address critical concerns surrounding Everton Football Club's recent case and the actions taken by the Premier League. As an ardent supporter and concerned member of the community, I am deeply troubled by the recent developments and seek clarity on several pressing matters.

Firstly, the breach of Financial Fair Play rules by Everton was driven by the noble cause of constructing a new stadium aimed at revitalizing a part of Liverpool. This endeavor was pivotal for community development and rejuvenation. However, recent actions taken against Everton have led to an unsettling perception that the Premier League's pursuit may be politically motivated, potentially related to resisting an independent statutory regulator. While I lack the insights into internal deliberations, it's crucial to ensure that Everton's case wasn't intertwined with broader concerns about a statutory regulator.

The decision rendered by the panel feels arbitrary and raises doubts about the efficacy of an appeals process. It appears that a fair resolution within the current framework might not be feasible. Hence, I propose that the Premier League promptly discloses its proposed sanctions framework for the PSR regime, seeks club endorsement, and establishes a new Commission to fairly hear Everton's case within that framework.

The integrity and respect owed to Everton Football Club, one of England's oldest and most esteemed clubs, are paramount. We do not seek preferential treatment but earnestly request fair treatment and the recognition our club rightfully deserves.

Given the gravity of these concerns, I kindly request a detailed response addressing the queries I've outlined. Additionally, considering the matter's significance, I am copying this correspondence to the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport and the Shadow Secretary of State and the Prime Minister. Should a satisfactory resolution not emerge, I am prepared to escalate this issue to the Government, as it holds substantial policy implications for the upcoming Parliament Bill aimed at safeguarding the future of football clubs.

Thank you for your attention to this matter. Your swift and considered response would be greatly appreciated in resolving this situation amicably.

Sincerely,

 

[Howards tipple]

I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to address critical concerns surrounding Everton Football Club's recent case and the actions taken by the Premier League. As an ardent supporter and concerned member of the community, I am deeply troubled by the recent developments and seek clarity on several pressing matters.

Firstly, the breach of Financial Fair Play rules by Everton was driven by the noble cause of constructing a new stadium aimed at revitalizing a part of Liverpool. This endeavor was pivotal for community development and rejuvenation. However, recent actions taken against Everton have led to an unsettling perception that the Premier League's pursuit may be politically motivated, potentially related to resisting an independent statutory regulator. While I lack the insights into internal deliberations, it's crucial to ensure that Everton's case wasn't intertwined with broader concerns about a statutory regulator.

The decision rendered by the panel feels arbitrary and raises doubts about the efficacy of an appeals process. It appears that a fair resolution within the current framework might not be feasible. Hence, I propose that the Premier League promptly discloses its proposed sanctions framework for the PSR regime, seeks club endorsement, and establishes a new Commission to fairly hear Everton's case within that framework.

The integrity and respect owed to Everton Football Club, one of England's oldest and most esteemed clubs, are paramount. We do not seek preferential treatment but earnestly request fair treatment and the recognition our club rightfully deserves.

Given the gravity of these concerns, I kindly request a detailed response addressing the queries I've outlined. Additionally, considering the matter's significance, I am copying this correspondence to the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport and the Shadow Secretary of State and the Prime Minister. Should a satisfactory resolution not emerge, I am prepared to escalate this issue to the Government, as it holds substantial policy implications for the upcoming Parliament Bill aimed at safeguarding the future of football clubs.

Thank you for your attention to this matter. Your swift and considered response would be greatly appreciated in resolving this situation amicably.

Sincerely,

That's a copy of the letter I have sent. See what happens, feel free to copy paste and amend as you wish.

 

[Deulofeumygod]

Feels like something big needs to happen to bring this back into the limelight.

This isn’t a VAR decision, this is a ten point deduction being appealed which affects lots of clubs, the integrity of the league and people’s livelihoods.

 

[jinkyali]

I can’t believe it’s taken this long for people to realise this. I’ve said it for years. The Premier League haven’t wanted us in their league for years. The decisions that have gone against us in nearly every game have been laughable.

The same is actually happening to Wolves now. I wonder whether the Premier League know Wolves are about to break their P&S and therefore they are trying to get them gone aswell, become the championships problem, it’s all too obvious.

Absolutely.

 

[Toffeepot]

I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to address critical concerns surrounding Everton Football Club's recent case and the actions taken by the Premier League. As an ardent supporter and concerned member of the community, I am deeply troubled by the recent developments and seek clarity on several pressing matters.

Firstly, the breach of Financial Fair Play rules by Everton was driven by the noble cause of constructing a new stadium aimed at revitalizing a part of Liverpool. This endeavor was pivotal for community development and rejuvenation. However, recent actions taken against Everton have led to an unsettling perception that the Premier League's pursuit may be politically motivated, potentially related to resisting an independent statutory regulator. While I lack the insights into internal deliberations, it's crucial to ensure that Everton's case wasn't intertwined with broader concerns about a statutory regulator.

The decision rendered by the panel feels arbitrary and raises doubts about the efficacy of an appeals process. It appears that a fair resolution within the current framework might not be feasible. Hence, I propose that the Premier League promptly discloses its proposed sanctions framework for the PSR regime, seeks club endorsement, and establishes a new Commission to fairly hear Everton's case within that framework.

The integrity and respect owed to Everton Football Club, one of England's oldest and most esteemed clubs, are paramount. We do not seek preferential treatment but earnestly request fair treatment and the recognition our club rightfully deserves.

Given the gravity of these concerns, I kindly request a detailed response addressing the queries I've outlined. Additionally, considering the matter's significance, I am copying this correspondence to the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport and the Shadow Secretary of State and the Prime Minister. Should a satisfactory resolution not emerge, I am prepared to escalate this issue to the Government, as it holds substantial policy implications for the upcoming Parliament Bill aimed at safeguarding the future of football clubs.

Thank you for your attention to this matter. Your swift and considered response would be greatly appreciated in resolving this situation amicably.

Sincerely,

'Strongly worded letter' indeed! Direct, measured, to the point

 

[BullensRoad]

Quite incredible people are feeling sorry for Myers not speaking out on this.

The guy only regurgitates what's been said on sky sports news and by real in "the know" journalists, or uses words such as "I believe" or "my thoughts are" which ends up being wrong.

Somehow he's got a following that believe he's a top blue or something.

Won't be long until he cries off twitter again but comes back on after about 2 days.

 

[davek]

Again, you've posted the Sky News charter. Not Sky Sports or Sky Sports News charter.

Besides, the interview was only "pulled" from Sky Sports according to the article, not Sky Sports News.

It was on Sky News also.

No idea why you're protecting Sky like.

 

[DanB90]

Now I really do want to see another version of the game.

I watched NBC’s coverage and we still got beat 3-0

 

[NilSatisOptimum]

its going to be interesting to see how var decisions go with villa in the next few weeks!

The other end is Newcastle last night, had to giggle reading the headline which led me to watch the decision on penalty against. Maybe i have inadvertently fed into the entertainment value of football.

 

[NilSatisOptimum]

It was on Sky News also.

No idea why you're protecting Sky like.

No doubt commentating on this subject has been managed. But were we ever going to be spoken about at this point in time, compared to City and Chelsea.

 

[davek]

No doubt commentating on this subject has been managed. But were we ever going to be spoken about at this point in time, compared to City and Chelsea.

Its the biggest points deduction in PL history. Yes.

 

[NilSatisOptimum]

Its the biggest points deduction in PL history. Yes.

I get that. But we are not one of the six. Was never going to about Everton for long, we dont matter much like the rest outside the six that tried to breakaway.

 

[chrismpw]

I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to address critical concerns surrounding Everton Football Club's recent case and the actions taken by the Premier League. As an ardent supporter and concerned member of the community, I am deeply troubled by the recent developments and seek clarity on several pressing matters.

Firstly, the breach of Financial Fair Play rules by Everton was driven by the noble cause of constructing a new stadium aimed at revitalizing a part of Liverpool. This endeavor was pivotal for community development and rejuvenation. However, recent actions taken against Everton have led to an unsettling perception that the Premier League's pursuit may be politically motivated, potentially related to resisting an independent statutory regulator. While I lack the insights into internal deliberations, it's crucial to ensure that Everton's case wasn't intertwined with broader concerns about a statutory regulator.

The decision rendered by the panel feels arbitrary and raises doubts about the efficacy of an appeals process. It appears that a fair resolution within the current framework might not be feasible. Hence, I propose that the Premier League promptly discloses its proposed sanctions framework for the PSR regime, seeks club endorsement, and establishes a new Commission to fairly hear Everton's case within that framework.

The integrity and respect owed to Everton Football Club, one of England's oldest and most esteemed clubs, are paramount. We do not seek preferential treatment but earnestly request fair treatment and the recognition our club rightfully deserves.

Given the gravity of these concerns, I kindly request a detailed response addressing the queries I've outlined. Additionally, considering the matter's significance, I am copying this correspondence to the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport and the Shadow Secretary of State and the Prime Minister. Should a satisfactory resolution not emerge, I am prepared to escalate this issue to the Government, as it holds substantial policy implications for the upcoming Parliament Bill aimed at safeguarding the future of football clubs.

Thank you for your attention to this matter. Your swift and considered response would be greatly appreciated in resolving this situation amicably.

Sincerely,

Done.

My North Wiltshire tory mp is probably, right now, asking his butler to look into what this football game is all about and report back.