Lyon have caught the headlines following their shocking relegation from Ligue 1 due to financial problems – but what would happen if these rules were applied in the Premier League?
My own club (Derby County) suffered a big points deduction which, despite a brave fight back , saw them relegated. I take no pleasure in seeing any club relegated or receiving a points deduction because it’s the loyal supporters who become victims of boardroom overspending or administrative foul-ups. Some clubs do seem to think they’re above the law and try to buck the system in other ways than overspending. Clearly, something has to be done about this.
My own club (Derby County) suffered a big points deduction which, despite a brave fight back , saw them relegated. I take no pleasure in seeing any club relegated or receiving a points deduction because it’s the loyal supporters who become victims of boardroom overspending or administrative foul-ups. Some clubs do seem to think they’re above the law and try to buck the system in other ways than overspending. Clearly, something has to be done about this.