And, as if Evertonians’ anger could not get any greater, this latest plan from the English top flight is set to tip most over the edge.
What is the Premier League planning to do?
The Premier League actually intends to do away with its profit and sustainability regulations this summer in favor of a structure that more closely resembles UEFA’s FFP model, as reported by Sky Sports’ Kaveh Solhekol.
They are basically acknowledging that their existing set of rules is inadequate, which is a rather absurd turn of events.
And yet, they are the ones being used to justify Everton’s punishment, the harshest points deductions in top-flight history.
Solhekol claimed: ‘I think it is going to be controversial, it’s going to be discussed at this meeting. There won’t be a vote but it’s definitely the direction we’re travelling in.’
The Premier League can’t keep getting away with their treatment of Everton
The Premier League has handled Everton’s alleged infractions in a pathetic and hapless manner, making new laws at the last minute to support their flimsy allegations against the team.
The Toffees had acknowledged breaking its profit and environmental policies, but what has caused most people to laugh is the severity of the punishment that was meted out.
Ultimately, their decision claims that Farhad Moshiri’s wrongdoing is worse than if he had rendered hundreds of people redundant by putting the club under administration.
Everton has been chastised for displaying considerable ambition, as evidenced by the building of a new stadium and some arguably awful player acquisitions.
What message does this give to the other teams in the division, many of which will have lofty goals of one day unseating the league’s monopoly?
You’ll be put back in your place if you don’t bother.
However, this much-discussed regulation change would arguably encourage this idea even more, which only serves to increase the irritation. Furthermore, it is truly absurd to make this change after charging Everton under the previous regulations.
The Premier League has completely lost credibility and has let its mask to fall during this process. They are a power-hungry organization, but if Everton is successful in their appeal, that power may likely be diminished.
