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Historic Breaches Under Scrutiny
Keith Wyness, the former CEO of Everton, has raised eyebrows by suggesting that even Arsenal might be at risk of a points deduction if the Premier League decides to retroactively enforce rules regarding shareholder loans. Speaking on the latest episode of Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast, Wyness warned that such a move could lead to “absolute chaos” in the league.
Manchester City’s Legal Battle
The Premier League has recently been embroiled in a legal tussle with Manchester City over the legality of the new APT rules. Both parties have claimed victories on certain issues, but one significant change is the classification of interest-free loans from shareholders. This new classification requires clubs to account for commercial loan interest rates when calculating their Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR), potentially putting several clubs in jeopardy.
Arsenal’s Financial Maneuvers
Arsenal has borrowed a staggering £259 million from its owners, a situation mirrored by other clubs like Everton, Brighton, and Liverpool. Wyness highlighted that if the Premier League were to apply the new rules retrospectively, many clubs could face severe penalties, including points deductions.
A Call for Common Sense
Wyness expressed disbelief at the idea of retroactive punishment, stating, “If the Premier League comes down on them retrospectively, and all clubs who had these loans are charged by new commissions – then you’ll see Arsenal, Brighton and more getting points deductions.” He concluded that such actions would signify that “the world has gone mad.”
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