Everton handed another points deduction by Premier League

It's their second points deduction this season

The Athletic reports that an independent commission have been docked the Toffees another two points for breaches relating to the three-year accounting period ending in the 2022-23 season.

The second penalty drops the club to 16th in the Premier League, just two points above the relegation zone.

Everton were given a 10 point penalty back in November for a PSR breach relating to the period ending in the 2021-22 season. This was reduced to six in February following an appeal by the club.

The Goodison Park outfit confirmed in a statement that they would be appealing the second deduction.

They said: "In January 2024, Everton were charged by the Premier League for breaching the permitted Profit and Sustainability thresholds for the assessment period ending 2022/23.

"Everton remains committed to working collaboratively with the League on all matters relating to PSR but is extremely concerned by the inconsistency of different commissions in respect of points deductions applied.

"The Club would like to place on record its thanks to the Fan Advisory Board and other fan groups for their submissions during this process, and to all Evertonians for their ongoing patience and unstinting support.

"The Club and its legal representatives have begun the preparations to appeal the Commission’s decision."

On March 31, the club reported losses of £89.1m for the 2022-23 season, almost double the amount of the previous year.

This was sixth consecutive season Everton reported a loss, with their debt now standing at £330.6m. However, the club argue that this is largely down to the amount they are investing in their new Bramley-Moore Dock stadium.

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