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REUTERS/Jason Cairnduff
[Saba
Sports News] According to British media reports, Burnley Football Club is
reportedly seeking legal consultation to explore the possibility of suing the
Premier League. The potential claim is related to Burnley’s relegation from the
Premier League, which they believe was a result of the league’s failure to
enforce rules in a timely manner regarding Everton’s punishment. Burnley, who
finished 18th in the 2021-22 season, were four points clear of Everton. During
that season, the Premier League introduced a three-year period where clubs
would be penalized for overspending. If a six-point deduction had been imposed
on Everton during that time, Burnley would have avoided relegation. Burnley’s
decision to pursue legal action will depend on weighing the costs of legal
proceedings against the potential rewards of a successful claim. It is worth
noting that an independent committee, in an interim ruling last summer, stated
that Burnley and other Premier League rivals would be entitled to seek
compensation if Everton were found guilty regarding their punishment.