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    Arsenal key man suffers injury blow ahead of huge Man City title clash as statement is released

    ARSENAL’S Gabriel has withdrawn from the Brazil squad as a precaution.The Gunners defender was expected to start in Saturday’s friendly against England at Wembley Stadium for the Samba Boys.Gabriel Magalhaes will not feature against England on SaturdayCredit: RexHowever, after briefly training with Brazil at their UK training base, Arsenal’s London Colney, it is understood Gabriel has withdrawn from the squad in order to recover fully and not risk a major absence.The injury is not believed to be linked to a pre-existing minor foot issue that Gabriel has recently be dealing with.Brazil boss Dorival Junior said: “I had already communicated previously that we will work with a slightly more extensive list.“A pre-call, we can put it that way, and again, today, we had another casualty.READ MORE ARSENAL NEWS”Unfortunately, Gabriel is uncalled. In his place, we are calling Bremer, from Juventus.”Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta will want to wrap Gabriel in cotton wool until the end of the international break with a huge Premier League clash against Manchester City on March 31.He has made 26 starts in the Prem this season, and his partnership with William Saliba is the reason Arsenal have the best defence so far with just 24 goals conceded.Gabriel, 26, joins a small list of Arsenal players looking to get back to full fitness ahead of the mammoth trip to the Etihad at the end of the month.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERCompatriot Gabriel Martinelli was not called up to the Brazil squad after suffering a gashed foot in the 6-0 thumping of Sheffield United on March 4.Thomas Partey also did not join up with Ghana as he continues to return to first team fitness having been out since October with a thigh problem.Declan Rice breaks silence on ‘suspicious’ brown mark on shorts during Arsenal’s win over PortoBen White – who opted not to be called up for England this week – and Jurrien Timber – closing in on a return since rupturing his ACL in August – have also trained at London Colney.After the clash with City, Arsenal face Luton and Brighton before the first leg of their Champions League quarter final with Bayern Munich at the Emirates Stadium. More

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    Nottingham Forest break silence with long statement after 4-point deduction as they highlight ‘extreme concern’ for fans

    NOTTINGHAM FOREST have revealed that their “trust and confidence” in the Premier League has been “harmed” after they were slapped with a four-point deduction.Nuno Espirito Santo’s side dropped into the bottom three after being docked four points for breaking Premier League financial rules.Nottingham Forest have dropped into the relegation zoneCredit: ReutersPrior to their deduction, Forest were 17th with 25 points from 29 games.Dropping down to 21 points has now seen them fall below Luton into 18th.Premier League rules stipulate that a club cannot lose more than £105million in three seasons.Forest have been measured against Premier League and EFL regulations, having been promoted to the top flight in 2022.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIn the Championship, clubs are not allowed to lose more than £61m-a-year and they were £34.5m above the threshold.Responding to their points deduction, Forest revealed their disappointment at the “tone and content” of the Premier League’s submission to the commission.They claimed that today’s news was “unexpected” after months of “engagement” and “exceptional co-operation” with the Premier League.Forest believe that the financial rules in question could undermine the “integrity and competitiveness” of the top flight.Most read in FootballForest have signed 42 players since being promoted back to the Premier League.In this time they have broken their transfer record three times; on Taiwo Awoniyi, Morgan Gibbs-White and Ibrahim Sangare.Premier League fans reduced to tears by video of Nottingham Forest fan and say ‘you can’t buy class’In their case against the independent panel, Forest admitted the breach but have argued they only broke the rules for two months while filing their accounts between June 30 and September 1.They had only received the first instalment of the £47.5m they are owed by Tottenham from the sale of Brennan Johnson in a deal completed on September 1.Forest could’ve sold him to Brentford for £30m and complied with the regulations but held out for Spurs’ bigger bid.Addressing this transfer, Forest’s statement reads: “Even after the club had missed the PSR reporting deadline, it still took steps to ensure Brennan Johnson was sold before the end of the transfer window.”That was a clear demonstration of our respect and support for PSR.”Forest have two weeks to launch an appeal against their deduction.The Premier League have pencilled in May 24 as a backstop date for any appeal – five days after the May 19 final day of the season.Forest’s 42 signings since promotion2022/23

    Morgan Gibbs-White
    Taiwo Awoniyi
    Danilo
    Neco Williams
    Emmanuel Dennis
    Orel Mangala
    Moussa Niakhate
    Giulian Biancone
    Lewis O’Brien
    Remo Freuler
    Omar Richards
    Jonjo Shelvey
    Renan Lodi
    Chris Wood
    Ui-jo Hwang
    Willy Boly
    Harry Toffolo
    Felipe
    Josh Bowler
    Brandon Aguilera
    Jesse Lingard
    Gustavo Scarpa
    Cheikhou Kouyate
    Andre Ayew
    Wayne Hennessey
    Adnan Kanuric
    Dean Henderson
    Loic Bade
    Keylor Navas
    Serge Aurier
    2023/24:
    Ibrahim Sangare
    Anthony Elanga
    Andrew Omobamidele
    Murrilo
    Nicolas Dominguez
    Matt Turner
    Matz Sels
    Odysseas Vlachodimos
    Callum Hudson-Odoi
    Nuno Tavares
    Gio Reyna
    Ola Aina
    Andrey Santos
    Gonzalo Montiel
    Divock Origi
    Rodrigo Ribiero

    FOREST STATEMENT IN FULLNottingham Forest is extremely disappointed with the decision of the commission to impose a sanction on the club of four points, to be applied with immediate effect.  Notwithstanding our disappointment, we thank the commission for agreeing to deal with this matter on an expedited basis. The club considers it to be essential for the integrity of the league to have charges resolved in the season in which they are issued.We were extremely dismayed by the tone and content of the Premier League’s submissions before the commission.  After months of engagement with the Premier League, and exceptional cooperation throughout, this was unexpected and has harmed the trust and confidence we had in the Premier League. That the Premier League sought a sanction of eight points as a starting point was utterly disproportionate when compared to the nine points that their own rules prescribe for insolvency.We were also surprised that the Premier League gave no consideration at all to the unique circumstances of the club and its mitigation.In circumstances where this approach is followed by future PSR commissions, it would make it extremely difficult, if not impossible, for newly promoted clubs without parachute payments to compete, thus undermining the integrity and competitiveness of the Premier League.Whilst the Premier League may have called into question the club’s business plan, the club maintains that it responsibly balanced compliance with PSR with important investment into the squad to give us the ability to compete in the league for the first time in over 20 years.Even after the club had missed the PSR reporting deadline, it still took steps to ensure Brennan Johnson was sold before the end of the transfer window.  That was a clear demonstration of our respect and support for PSR.  The commission’s decision raises issues of concern for all aspirant clubs. The player transfer market is a highly specialised trading environment that cannot be compared to the sale of normal products and services. There will be occasions when a player transfer cannot be completed in the first half of a transfer window and can only be completed at the end of that window.This should not be a reason for the condemnation of a club. For this not to be recognised by the commission or the Premier League should be a matter of extreme concern for all fans of our national game.Of wider concern for all aspirant clubs is the disturbing effect this decision will have on the operation of the player trading model.This is the only model by which clubs outside of the small group at the very top end of the Premier League can realistically advance up the football pyramid. The rationale of the commission is that clubs should only invest after they have realised a profit on their player development.READ MORE SUN STORIESThis reasoning destroys mobility in the football pyramid and the effect of the decision will be to drastically reduce the room for manoeuvre for all such clubs, leading to the stagnation of our national game.We believe that the high levels of cooperation the club has shown during this process, and which are confirmed and recorded in the commission’s decision, were not reciprocated by the Premier League. More

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    Supercomputer predicts who will land last Champions League spot with Man Utd hopeful after Villa and Spurs drop points

    THE supercomputer is back and this time it has predicted who will land the last Champions League spot.Currently, Aston Villa are in the fourth spot in the Premier League but Tottenham and Manchester United are also chasing down Unai Emery’s side.Super computer predicts whether Aston Villa can hold onto their Champions League spotCredit: GettyMan Utd had an excellent weekend with fans guessing if they will snatch the spot from VillaCredit: GettyTottenham dropped points after being thrashed 3-0 against Fulham while Aston Villa struggled to only secure a point against West Ham.Whereas Manchester United had a terrific extra-time victory against Liverpool in the FA Cup quarter-finals on Sunday.Fans are now second-guessing who is going to land that final guaranteed Champions League spot this season.And the Bettingexpert’s supercomputer, BETSiE, has run the numbers from last season, pre-season and the current season to see how the title race will unfold.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLVilla are set to hold onto their Champions League spot while Tottenham and United must settle for a Europa League spot as they are set to finish fifth and sixth respectively.There is still some hope for Tottenham though – as it’s possible the Premier League will be awarded FIVE places in the Champions League which would mean they qualify.Meanwhile, Chelsea are set to make an impressive comeback to finish seventh and snap up the last European spot.And for Mikel Arteta Arsenal will end their trophy drought as they are in line to finally secure the Premier League title.Most read in FootballThis will ruin Jurgen Klopp’s grand farewell as the German boss will leave Anfield and the end of the season.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERLiverpool crashed out of the FA Cup on Sunday Amad Diallo’s 121st-minute goal which saw their hopes of a historic quadruple being crushed.But now it looks that the league title will also be out of their reach leaving them to fight for Europa League victory.BBC commentator ‘loses all composure’ as he goes wild on-air during Man Utd’s epic FA Cup win over LiverpoolOn the other end of the table, Nottingham Forest have slumped into the relegation zone after being slapped with a four-point reduction for breaching Profit and Sustainability Rules.And now Forest’s relegation probability has increased from 5.6 per cent (before deduction) to 22.7 per cent.But Nuno Espirto Santo’s side are tipped to avoid demotion by four points with Luton projected to finish below them at 18th. More

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    Luton escape relegation zone but face nightmare run-in compared to Nottingham Forest while Everton have horror last game

    LUTON TOWN have been handed a huge boost in their fight for Premier League survival.The Hatters climbed out of the relegation zone on Monday afternoon without even playing.Nottingham Forest have been handed a four-point deductionCredit: AlamyLuton have moved out of the relegation zone as a resultCredit: GettyThe new-look Premier League table following Forest’s point deductionThat’s because relegation rivals Nottingham Forest were given a four-point deduction for breaching profit and sustainability rules.Forest had been 17th in the table with 25 points, but they now sit 18th with 21 points, one behind 17th-placed Luton.And with nine games remaining, Nuno Espírito Santo’s side are at serious risk of dropping down to the Championship.The Reds still have to face the likes of Tottenham, Manchester City, Chelsea and relegation rivals Everton before the end of the season.Read More in FootballHowever, Luton arguably have a trickier run-in with trips to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, the Emirates Stadium and the Etihad Stadium on their fixture list.Meanwhile, Brentford have dropped into danger in recent weeks following a poor run of results.The Bees have not won a Premier League match in over a month and they now sit 15th in the table, just five points above the drop zone.But Thomas Frank’s side arguably have the easiest run of games until the end of the season, with Manchester United, Aston Villa and Newcastle the three biggest sides left to face.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSEach team’s remaining fixtures this seasonEverton have also found themselves in danger this season.The Toffees were handed a 10-point deduction in November which was reduced to six points last month.Everton have points deduction reduced Sean Dyche’s side are now 16th in the table with 25 points, but they still have trips to Stamford Bridge and St James’ Park remaining.And on the final day of the season Everton will have to face title challengers Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium.The Toffees suffered a 5-1 defeat to the Gunners on the final day of the 2021-22 season. More

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    ‘It’s unbelievable how delusional they are’, slams Michail Antonio as he lays into ‘annoying’ Arsenal fans

    WEST HAM striker Michail Antonio has slammed Arsenal fans as “delusional” and admitted they annoy him. Arsenal are currently top of the Premier League after winning their last eight matches and scoring 33 goals.Michail Antonio has slammed Arsenal calling them ‘delusional’ and ‘annoying’Credit: X@5liveSportAntonio has had enough of Arsenal fans thinking they are ‘the best team in the world’Credit: AlamyWhile West Ham beat the Gunners 2-1 away in December, Mikel Arteta’s men hit back with an astonishing 6-0 win last month.And in Europe, the North London side secured their spot in the Champions League quarter-finals after beating Porto 4-2 on penalties.But Hammers No9 Antonio is not impressed with Arsenal’s fans as he believes they are getting ahead of themselves at the moment.Speaking on The Footballer’s Football Podcast, Antonio was asked about The Gunners jumping the gun when it comes to winning a title this term.READ MORE ON ARSENALAnd Antonio said: “I want to talk about the fans. I’ve had this discussion about Arsenal fans before. I beef a lot of people, it’s one thing you’ll realise.”Arsenal fans annoy me. Because as soon as they are tip-toeing close to anything, they’re the best team in the world. “It’s actually unbelievable how delusional these people are!”Last year when we beat Arsenal at home when they were top of the league my agent called me up and called me a waste man.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERThe £7million striker has called out Arsenal supporters before saying he does not want Arteta’s men to win the league.This will be music to the ears of West Ham fans’ given that Arsenal are their London rivals.The Tap In West Ham’s Moyes Out fans should ‘be careful what they wish for’ ft. Tony CotteeAs one said: “Haha he described them well, they are literally the most annoying fan base.”Another supporter said: “Arsenal fans are so unbearable even tho they’ve hardly won anything ever.”A third then added: “He’s not even lying their best achievement in 10 yrs is the 2nd they came last year.”However, an angry Gunners fan hit back to say: “He’s mad we went to their yard and put 6 past them.”And it seems Arsenal fans will not be quiet anytime soon as they remain firmly in the mix for Premier League success as well as European glory. More

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    New Premier League table revealed after Nottingham Forest’s points deduction as race for survival is blown wide open

    NOTTINGHAM FOREST have sunk into the Premier League relegation zone following their points deduction. Forest have been hit with a four-point penalty for breaching Profit and Sustainability Rules. Nottingham Forest have sunk into the Prem relegation zone following their points deductionCredit: ReutersIt sees them go from 17th on 25 points to 18th and in the drop zone on 21 points. Luton have been the biggest beneficiaries from the news as they now rise just above safety without even kicking a ball. Forest were charged in January for breaching the Premier League’s PSR rules in the 2022/23 campaign.Under the Financial Fair Play regulations, clubs cannot lose more than £105million over three seasons.READ MORE IN footballThis year is Forest’s second in the top-flight but they have not avoided punishment after being measured against both Prem and EFL regulations.Meanwhile, in the Championship, they were not allowed to lose more than £61m-a-year.Since their promotion via the 2022 play-off final, they have splashed the cash on 42 players.They have broke their transfer record three times for Taiwo Awoniyi, Morgan Gibbs-White and Ibrahim Sangare.Most read in FootballForest’s 42 signings since promotion

    2022/23

    Morgan Gibbs-White
    Taiwo Awoniyi
    Danilo
    Neco Williams
    Emmanuel Dennis
    Orel Mangala
    Moussa Niakhate
    Giulian Biancone
    Lewis O’Brien
    Remo Freuler
    Omar Richards
    Jonjo Shelvey
    Renan Lodi
    Chris Wood
    Ui-jo Hwang
    Willy Boly
    Harry Toffolo
    Felipe
    Josh Bowler
    Brandon Aguilera
    Jesse Lingard
    Gustavo Scarpa
    Cheikhou Kouyate
    Andre Ayew
    Wayne Hennessey
    Adnan Kanuric
    Dean Henderson
    Loic Bade
    Keylor Navas
    Serge Aurier

    2023/24

    Ibrahim Sangare
    Anthony Elanga
    Andrew Omobamidele
    Murrilo
    Nicolas Dominguez
    Matt Turner
    Matz Sels
    Odysseas Vlachodimos
    Callum Hudson-Odoi
    Nuno Tavares
    Gio Reyna
    Ola Aina
    Andrey Santos
    Gonzalo Montiel
    Divock Origi
    Rodrigo Ribiero

    CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSIn their case against the independent panel, Forest have supposedly argued they were only in breach of the rules for two months while filling their accounts between June 30 and September 1.They had only received the first instalment of the £47.5m they are owed by Tottenham from the sale of Brennan Johnson in a deal completed on September 1.What is FFP? How Financial Fair Play is affecting Man Utd and Arsenal in January transfer windowForest have 14 days to launch an appeal.Nuno Espirito Santo’s side are the second team to be slapped by a deduction after Everton were docked six points.They originally had ten taken from their total but it was reduced after a successful appeal. More

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    Nottingham Forest points deduction LIVE: Relegation threatened Prem side hit with ‘four point deduction’ amid FFP breach

    NOTTINGHAM Forest have been hit with a four-point deduction, according to the Guardian. The Prem side will face a points deduction that will see them fall into the relegation zone after being charged with breaches alongside Everton in January.Last week, Forest boss Nuno Espirito Santo called for clarity on the situation as his team fights to cling to their Premier League status.”We’re waiting and let’s wait and see,” he said Thursday.”We don’t know when it could happen, but the club will take care of that. Football-wise, we just focus on the pitch. We don’t know when it’s going to come. I prefer the sooner the better.”An announcement is expected today, as per the Guardian. Follow our live blog below for the latest news and updates…The stats – Luton Town V Nottingham Forest
    Points were shared as Nottingham Forest took on Luton Town in a crucial relegation six-pointer.

    Copy linkCopiedWhat are the rules – and how did Notts Forest breach them?
    PSR stands for profitability and sustainability rules.
    Premier League clubs are allowed to lose £105m over a three-year period but Forest’s permitted losses were limited to £61m because they spent two years of that period in the Championship.
    This was another part of their defence, with the club claiming they were hamstrung after being promoted because investment in the squad is vital to challenge at a higher level against more established teams.
    Copy linkCopiedForest deduction turns pressure on Man City
    Last February, Pep Guardiola’s team were charged with 115 allegations of breaching competition rules between 2009 and 2018 by the Premier League.
    The club denies all charges and has vowed to clear its name.
    Copy linkCopiedWhat happens next?
    Forest are likely to appeal and have 14 days to launch their case.
    Nuno Espirito Santo’s side are the second team to be slapped by a deduction after Everton were docked six points.
    They originally had 10 taken from their total but it was reduced after a successful appeal.
    Copy linkCopiedFabrizio Romano confirms reports
    Fabrizio Romano has confirmed reports that Nottingham Forest have received a four-point deduction for breaching the Premier League’s profitability and sustainability rules.
    🚨🌳 Nottingham Forest have just received a four-point deduction for breaching Premier League’s profitability and sustainability rules.Decision confirmed, as @Will_Unwin has reported. pic.twitter.com/60dy53CoHI— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) March 18, 2024

    Copy linkCopiedHow did the four-point deduction come about?
    Since their promotion via the 2022 play-off final, the club have bought 42 players.
    They have broke their transfer record three times for Taiwo Awoniyi, Morgan Gibbs-White and Ibrahim Sangare.
    In their case against the independent panel, Forest admitted the breach but have argued they only broke the rules for two months while filling their accounts between June 30 and September 1.
    Copy linkCopiedSummary – what we know so far
    Nottingham Forest were charged in January for breaching the Premier League’s PSR rules in the 2022/23 campaign.
    Under the Financial Fair Play regulations, clubs cannot lose more than £105million over three seasons.
    This year is Forest’s second in the top-flight but they have not avoided punishment after being measured against both Prem and EFL regulations.
    Copy linkCopiedForest hit with ‘four-point deduction’
    According to the Guardian, Nottingham Forest have been hit with a four-point deduction.
    This sends the team crashing into the relegation zone.
    An announcement is expected today.
    Copy linkCopiedStuart Broad’s FFP question
    Former England cricketer Stuart Broad has questioned why Nottingham Forest charges have come before those levied against Manchester City.
    City have been accused of 115 breaches over several years.
    Taking to X, Broad said: “When are we expecting to hear the Nottingham Forest FFP hearing verdict?
    “I’m intrigued by it all. How come our hearing & verdict has come before Manchester City’s? They were charged way before us weren’t they?”
    When are we expecting to hear the Nottingham Forest FFP hearing verdict?I’m intrigued by it all. How come our hearing & verdict has come before Manchester City’s? They were charged way before us weren’t they?— Stuart Broad (@StuartBroad8) March 18, 2024

    Copy linkCopiedForest will ‘probably get a points deduction’, claims David Ornstein
    Nottingham Forest are likely to get a point deduction in the coming days, it has been reported.
    David Ornstein told NBC that Everton’s punishment set a precedent for the breach of PSR.
    While Ornstein said he doesn’t know exactly what punishment Forest will be hit with, he claims fans can expect to find out this week.
    Copy linkCopiedThe stats – Luton Town V Nottingham Forest
    Points were shared as Nottingham Forest took on Luton Town in a crucial relegation six-pointer.

    Copy linkCopiedWhy would Forest claim to have delayed the sale of Brennan Johnson?
    The sale of Brennan Johnson to Tottenham Hotspur for a club record fee of £47.5million is central to Nottingham Forest’s alleged FFP breach.
    The club are charged with breaching PSR by making a £61m loss over three consecutive seasons.
    However, Forest claim they were only in breach of the rules for two months.
    During this two month period, Forest rejected a £35million pound offer for Johnson.
    Thus by waiting to sell the Welsh winger for a larger fee, Forest argue they acted in the spirit of FFP rules.
    Credit: Getty Images
    Copy linkCopiedJeff Stelling slams Nottingham Forest ‘mess’
    TalkSports Jeff Stelling has slammed the authorities for their handling of Nottingham Forest’s alleged PSR breach.
    Speaking this morning, he said: “It’s a mess, isn’t it?
    “The fact that in the case of Forest, if they appeal, the outcome of that appeal will not be known until after the end of the season. How can that be allowed to happen?”
    Copy linkCopiedNuno ‘not nervous’ ahead of FFP decision
    “No, we are not nervous,” the Forest boss said ahead of his side’s clash with Luton.
    “Since we had the news there was going to be a hearing, we have been waiting. Let’s wait and see.
    “We don’t know exactly when it will happen. The club will take care of that. Us as a team, football wise, we just focus on the pitch.
    “We don’t know when it’s going to come. I prefer the sooner, the better.”
    Copy linkCopiedLuton boss speaks possible points deduction
    Following Saturday’s 1-1 draw with Forest, Luton boss Rob Edwards spoke of the new threat of points deductions for Premier League sides.
    “It is quite chaotic and new for us all,” he said.
    “There have been a lot of first-time experiences this season we’re having to deal with.
    “If things happen then I might be able to talk about it more, but not yet, as you’re sort of speculating a bit.’”
    Copy linkCopiedBrennan Johnson’s key role
    Nottingham Forest are understood to be arguing that Brennan Johnson’s £47.5m transfer to Spurs, completed on transfer deadline day on September 1, should be allowed into the 2022-23 accounts even though the football financial year ends on June 30.
    If this argument was accepted, Forest could avoid a season-defining points deduction.
    The Welsh attacker made three Prem appearances for Forest this season before his switch to North London.
    Credit: Nick Potts/PA Wire
    Copy linkCopiedWhat have Forest said?
    Speaking when charges were first levied against the club, Nottingham Forest called for a quick resolution.
    A Forest statement said: “Nottingham Forest acknowledges the statement from the Premier League confirming that the club has today been charged with a breach of the league’s Profitability and Sustainability Rules.
    “The club intends to continue to cooperate fully with the Premier League on this matter and are confident of a speedy and fair resolution.”
    Copy linkCopiedNottingham Forest’s upcoming fixtures

    Crystal Palace
    Fulham
    Tottenham
    Wolves
    Everton

    Copy linkCopiedHow many points could Forest lose?
    No information has been given regarding exactly how many points Nottingham Forest could lose if they are found guilty of PSR breaches.
    Earlier this season Everton were hit with a massive 10-point deduction, which was later lowered to six points.
    Anything more than three points would see Forest enter the relegation zone.
    Copy linkCopiedNuno hoping for a quick resolution
    Forest coach Nuno Espírito Santo is hoping for a swift resolution to the club’s alleged PSR breach.
    “We’re waiting and let’s wait and see,” the coach said ahead of Forest’s 1-1 draw with Luton last week.
    “We don’t know when it could happen, but the club will take care of that. Football-wise, we just focus on the pitch. We don’t know when it’s going to come. I prefer the sooner the better.”
    Copy linkCopiedWhat are Nottingham Forest accused of?
    Nottingham Forest has been under investigation for alleged Profit and Sustainability breaches.
    The club faces a possible points deduction after being charged in January for PSR breaches in their accounts up until 2022-23.
    A hearing was held on 7 and 8 March and an announcement could be made today.
    PSR allows clubs to lose £105m over three seasons.
    Currently, it is unclear by exactly how much Forest may have breached the rules but a points deduction could cast the club’s Premier League survival into doubt.
    Copy linkCopiedPremier League standings as Forest faces points deduction
    Nottingham Forest is sitting three points above the relegation zone with nine games left to play.
    If they were to be hit with a points deduction, Nuno Espírito Santo’s side could have their Premier League survival hopes dashed.
    It is believed the side will discover its fate as early as today.

    Copy linkCopiedNottingham Forest could discover fate today
    Nottingham Forest is expected to learn if the team will face a points deduction as early as today.
    Forest has been under investigation for alleged Profit and Sustainability breaches and could face a points deduction.
    Anything more than three points would send the Prem side crashing into the relegation zone with just nine games to go.
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    Nottingham Forest hit by points deduction for breaching Premier League financial rules as they drop into relegation zone

    NOTTINGHAM FOREST have been hit with a four-point deduction for breaching Profit and Sustainability Rules, according to reports.The sanction sees the club plummet into the relegation zone.Nottingham Forest have been hit with a points deductionCredit: PAThe punishment sees the club fall into the bottom threeCredit: RexForest were 17th with 25 points. But they will to fall to 18th on 21 points, one behind 17th-placed Luton, claim The Guardian.They were charged in January for breaching the Premier League’s PSR rules in the 2022/23 campaign.Under the Financial Fair Play regulations, clubs cannot lose more than £105million over three seasons.This year is Forest’s second in the top-flight but they have not avoided punishment after being measured against both Prem and EFL regulations.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWhile in the Championship, clubs are not allowed to lose more than £61m-a-year and they were £34.5m above the threshold.Since their promotion via the 2022 play-off final, they have splashed the cash on 42 players.They have broke their transfer record three times for Taiwo Awoniyi, Morgan Gibbs-White and Ibrahim Sangare.In their case against the independent panel, Forest admitted the breach but have argued they only broke the rules for two months while filing their accounts between June 30 and September 1.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERThey had only received the first instalment of the £47.5m they are owed by Tottenham from the sale of Brennan Johnson in a deal completed on September 1.Forest could’ve sold him to Brentford for £30m and complied with the regulations but held out for Spurs’ bigger bid.What is FFP? How Financial Fair Play is affecting Man Utd and Arsenal in January transfer windowForest have two weeks to launch an appeal.However, the Premier League have pencilled in May 24 as a backstop date for any appeal, which is after the season ends on May 19.Nuno Espirito Santo’s side are the second team to be slapped by a deduction after Everton were docked six points.They originally had ten taken from their total but it was reduced after a successful appeal.Everton could be hit with a second deduction for another PSR breach.The Toffees’ hearing must be completed by April 8, allowing any further points deduction to be imposed before the end of the season – although they would surely appeal any extra punishment.Forest’s 42 signings since promotion
    2022/23:

    Morgan Gibbs-White
    Taiwo Awoniyi
    Danilo
    Neco Williams
    Emmanuel Dennis
    Orel Mangala
    Moussa Niakhate
    Giulian Biancone
    Lewis O’Brien
    Remo Freuler
    Omar Richards
    Jonjo Shelvey
    Renan Lodi
    Chris Wood
    Ui-jo Hwang
    Willy Boly
    Harry Toffolo
    Felipe
    Josh Bowler
    Brandon Aguilera
    Jesse Lingard
    Gustavo Scarpa
    Cheikhou Kouyate
    Andre Ayew
    Wayne Hennessey
    Adnan Kanuric
    Dean Henderson
    Loic Bade
    Keylor Navas
    Serge Aurier

    2023/24:

    Ibrahim Sangare
    Anthony Elanga
    Andrew Omobamidele
    Murrilo
    Nicolas Dominguez
    Matt Turner
    Matz Sels
    Odysseas Vlachodimos
    Callum Hudson-Odoi
    Nuno Tavares
    Gio Reyna
    Ola Aina
    Andrey Santos
    Gonzalo Montiel
    Divock Origi
    Rodrigo Ribiero More