Evertonian raises huge Man City question after £35m Burnley ruling

An Everton supporter has questioned whether Manchester City's financial breaches cost Everton European qualification and contributed to their subsequent Profitability and Sustainability Rules penalties. The question follows an independent commission finding Manchester City guilty of serious financial breaches over nine seasons, though City have lodged an appeal against the ruling.

Gary Gowers notes that this question gains significance following a landmark ruling ordering Everton to pay Burnley over £35m in compensation and interest. That commission determined Everton's overspending provided a sporting advantage in the 2021/22 relegation battle, a precedent that Gowers argues highlights how clubs can seek damages for rule breaches.