Everton have been ordered to pay Burnley £35 million after a Premier League tribunal ruled that the Toffees’ breach of financial rules directly contributed to Burnley’s relegation from the top flight.
The dispute dates back to the 2021-22 campaign, when Everton were found to have violated the Premier League’s profitability and sustainability regulations (PSR) across a three-year period.
Burnley argued that Everton’s overspend unfairly strengthened their squad and weakened the Clarets’ chances of avoiding the drop.
An independent commission has now awarded Burnley £26 million in damages, plus an additional £9 million in interest.
Everton have already confirmed they will appeal, ins...
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Burnley Wins £35m Compensation From Everton Over Financial Breach
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