Chelsea could face a substantial setback in the upcoming season if they fail to adhere to the Profit and Sustainability Rules of the Premier League, potentially resulting in a loss of more than 10 points.
Since a consortium led by Todd Boehly acquired the club in May 2022, Chelsea has made significant investments, totaling around £1 billion,
in acquiring new players. In order to avoid breaching the Premier League’s financial regulations, the club must generate over £100 million in player sales by June 30.
Former Manchester City advisor Stefan Borson expressed concerns about Chelsea’s financial situation, suggesting that they may struggle to meet the required player sales target before the deadline, especially with the Euros looming right after the season.
The impending participation of players like Conor Gallagher in the European Championship further complicates matters, as Chelsea must act swiftly to offload players before the end of June.
Despite the challenges they face, there may be a mitigating factor that could work in Chelsea’s favor. Football finance expert Kieran Maguire noted that if the club is found to have breached the regulations, the change in ownership may not absolve them of responsibility.
Self-reporting any potential violations could be viewed positively and may result in a reduced penalty, similar to the case of Birmingham City in the past.
Sources close to Football Insider suggest that Chelsea could potentially face a deduction of more than 10 points if they are found to have breached the rules.
Senior correspondent Pete O’Rourke indicated that the severity of the breaches could result in a substantial penalty, possibly exceeding Everton’s previous punishment.
In light of these financial challenges, former Tottenham striker Darren Bent suggested that giving Romelu Lukaku another chance in Mauricio Pochettino’s squad next season could provide Chelsea with significant savings.
Despite Lukaku’s past behavior and the concerns of some supporters, Bent argued that acquiring him on a free transfer could be a prudent financial decision, especially considering the substantial fees associated with alternative options.
