Premier League giants Chelsea have been issued a stern warning, indicating a possible points deduction worse than Everton’s for breaching Financial Fair Play (FFP) regulations. The Blues, who have spent over £1 billion across four transfer windows under a new consortium, are at risk of violating the FFP rules that restrict a club’s losses to £105 million over a three-year period.
Former financial adviser Stefan Borson highlighted the precarious situation, stating that Chelsea must sell well over £100 million worth of players before June 30 to avoid severe penalties. However, with the January transfer window closed, the window for such sales is narrow. Borson emphasized that the breach Chelsea faces is more significant than Everton’s and could be considered deliberate by the Premier League.
As the football world watches closely, Chelsea’s potential troubles echo recent financial misconduct cases involving Everton, Nottingham Forest, and reigning champions Manchester City. The looming question is whether Chelsea can navigate these challenges and secure their financial standing in compliance with FFP regulations.
