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      Premier League club could be be handed TWO points deductions next season with never-before-seen step ready to be taken

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      LEICESTER’S charges for breaching FFP rules are set to drag on beyond the start of the new season.The promoted Foxes could be docked points twice on their Prem return — and it is likely to rumble on beyond the August kick-off.Leicester were crowned Championship winners last seasonCredit: PALeicester were charged with breaking Prem spending limits in March.And the EFL intend to hit them with a separate charge for overspending on their way to winning the Championship.The 2016 Prem champions pushed for the first case to be heard this summer so they know any points handicap by the start of the season.But SunSport understands the case will not be fast-tracked — with the independent commission, which  decides the hearing date, still to be set up.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSLeicester are managerless after Enzo Maresca left for Chelsea but the game’s rulers look set to offer little sympathy.Prem and EFL officials told SunSport Leicester are to blame for a delay due to their aggressive approach to fighting the charges, which involved launching legal action against both of the leagues.The Foxes are understood to have changed their strategy repeatedly last season in response to their fluctuating form.Having co-operated with the Prem when Maresca’s side were running away with the Championship, the club then sought to delay matters when poor results put promotion at risk.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe Premier League charges relate to their top-flight seasons between 2020 and 2023 when they lost £215.3m, more than £110m over the limit.Based on punishments handed out to Nottingham Forest and Everton, the Foxes face a significant points decision — possibly as many as 12 points.Meet Pep Guardiola disciple Enzo MarescaThey are also being investigated by the EFL for possible breaches in the Championship and are under a transfer embargo.The Premier League said they would take up the EFL’s case and impose any penalties next season.Leicester and the ­Premier League were approached for comment.Enzo Maresca guided the Foxes to the title beforeCredit: GettyPremier League sides deducted points and others at risk

      Nottingham Forest
      Deducted four points during the 2023-24 season for breaching Premier League spending limit by £34.563m. Failed in their appeal with decision upheld.
      Everton
      Initial 10-point deduction for 2021-22 Premier League breaches reduced to six points on appeal. Were deducted a further two points later in the 2023-24 season. Appealed, but since withdrawn following Prem survival.
      Sheffield United
      Hit with a two-point deduction for their finances during the 2022-23 EFL season. Will begin the 2024-25 Championship season on -2 points following their relegation from the Prem.
      OTHERS WHO COULD FACE PUNISHMENT…
      Manchester City
      Etihad club emphatically denies the 115 allegations laid against them in February 2023. The lengthy Commission case has been scheduled to start in October or November but a final decision is not expected until March or April 2025.
      Chelsea
      Blues chiefs flagged up illicit payments made to agents and others during the Roman Abramovich era. Fined £8.6m by Uefa but still to be formally charged by the Prem despite an ongoing investigation.
      Leicester
      Foxes breached Prem PSR loss limits last season but did not have to report their 2022-23 accounts until this month because of their relegation. That puts the timetable back and means that they will probably face a Prem points deduction for the 2024-25 season following their return to the top flight.
      Everton (again)
      The Toffees are again at risk of breaking PSR rules and are in a race against time to raise funds and balance the books. Not only could that lead to another charge but also administration. That would lead to an automatic nine-point deduction for the 2024/25 season. More

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      James Maddison leaves England camp as he becomes first star to be axed from Gareth Southgate’s Euro 2024 squad

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      JAMES MADDISON has become the first player to be axed from Gareth Southgate’s provisional England squad for Euro 2024.The Tottenham star, 27, has learned his fate and has already left the Three Lions camp.James Maddison has been cut from Gareth Southgate’s England squadCredit: GettyGareth Southgate named a 33-man provisional squad last monthCredit: GettyMaddison joined up with the Three Lions after returning from Spurs’ post-season trip to Australia.He featured from the bench in Monday’s 3-0 friendly win over Bosnia.But the midfielder has failed to make the cut.Maddison has earned seven England caps.READ MORE ENGLAND NEWSHe was handed his first international start against Ukraine in a qualifier last year.The former Leicester ace was included in Southgate’s World Cup squad in 2022, but did not make an appearance in Qatar.Maddison moved to Spurs in a £40million deal last summer following the Foxes’ relegation.He enjoyed a brilliant start to life in North London, scoring three goals and laying on five assists in his first 11 Prem outings for Spurs.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe playmaker suffered an ankle injury against Chelsea last November, ruling him out for 10 weeks.Upon his return he failed to conjure the same levels of productivity, scoring once and laying on four assists in 17 appearances.Tottenham star James Maddison opens up on three-month injury layoff which stopped him being a dad to newborn twinsEngland will take on Iceland on Friday, before Southgate decides on his remaining six cuts.One player sweating on his place is Brentford striker Ivan Toney.The forward, 28, scored just four goals in 17 Prem appearances after returning from betting ban in January.He was an unused substitute against Bosnia, with Ollie Watkins preferred.While minutes for Harry Kane will be prioritised in Friday night’s game, with the Bayern Munich still recovering from a back injury.Southgate, 53, said: “I have got to get Harry Kane right.“Sometimes the priorities of what’s required and what you would like to see, as well, means you can’t achieve all of those objectives. Simple as that.”READ MORE SUN STORIESSouthgate’s latest omissions will come after his ruthless initial squad announcement.The England boss left out experienced stars including Raheem Sterling, Jordan Henderson and Reece James – opting for fresh blood in the likes of Adam Wharton, Eberechi Eze and Jarell Quansah.Ivan Toney is sweating on his placeCredit: Rex More

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      England stars Kobbie Mainoo and Adam Wharton nominated for European Golden Boy as they look to follow Jude Bellingham

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      ENGLAND rookies Kobbie Mainoo and Adam Wharton could follow in the footsteps of Jude Bellingham by being named Europe’s next emerging superstar.Manchester United’s FA Cup Final scorer Mainoo and Crystal Palace schemer Wharton were both unveiled in the initial top 14 rankings for the next edition of the Golden Boy Award.Adam Wharton and Kobbie Mainoo are nominated for the European Golden Boy awardCredit: PAManchester United’s Mainoo and Crystal Palace’s Wharton are following in Bellingham’s footstepsCredit: GettyBellingham became the third English winner – after Wayne Rooney and Raheem Sterling – when he received the trophy, presented by Turin-based TuttoSport, in December.And while Gareth Southgate’s two youngsters start the countdown to the 2024 award behind Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal, both could explode to the top of the list if they fly in Euro 2024.At the launch event at the Solomeo estate owned by fashion house impresario Brunello Cucinelli, Golden Boy founder Massimo Franchi said: “The rankings are based on performances in the biggest games.“We have seen both Mainoo and Wharton, very impressive and potentially in England’s squad for the Euros. Maybe they can do what Bellingham did last year.”Read More on EnglandThe rankings are compiled using a complex algorithm based on performances and minutes played by analytics experts Football Benchmark, with players only qualifying if they were born after January 1 2004.Mainoo’s Old Trafford club-mate Alejandro Garnacho starts in third place, with Joao Neves of Benfica second.But there are two other English players in the top 25, with Manchester City’s Rico Lewis 10th and Jamie Bynoe-Gittens of Dortmund in 15th.In total, 11 Prem youngsters feature in the leading 100 names, drawn from the top 25 domestic leagues in Europe.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSNewcastle pair Lewis Miley (6th) and Lewis Hall (60th) are in the list which includes four Brighton players – a tally only matched by Barcelona – including full-back Jack Hinshelwood.Mainoo and Wharton – who made a composed and intelligent debut as a second-half substitute in Monday’s warm-up win over Bosnia and Herzegovina – are not sweating on Southgate’s final selection decision on Friday night.Watch ‘wholesome’ moment Kobbie Mainoo asks Man Utd fan for THAT bucket hat he wore after FA Cup final heroicsBut the European recognition is a further sign that the future of English football is increasingly bright.Mainoo enjoyed a breakthrough season at Man UtdWharton burst onto the scene immediately after his arrival at Palace in January More

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      Romelu Lukaku drops major hint over next club with Chelsea loanee to seal transfer ‘sooner than people think’

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      CHELSEA loanee Romelu Lukaku hinted at a stunning transfer that will happen “much sooner than people think”.Lukaku, 31, returned to Stamford Bridge three years ago following a then record £97.5million deal with Inter Milan but quickly fell out of favour and was sent back on loan to the San Siro only a year later. Romelu Lukaku wants to return to Anderlecht in the near futureCredit: GettyLukaku’s Chelsea future is uncertain after returning from his loan stint at RomaCredit: APThe striker’s future with the Blues is uncertain after returning from his most recent loan stint at Roma.But the Belgium international is adamant he will return to Anderlecht one day.And the ex-Manchester United star insists that comeback is not far away as he misses his family in Belgium.Lukaku told RTL Sports: “Of course. That [a return to Anderlecht] will happen. That will happen, I think, much sooner than people think.Read More on ChelseaThe interviewer asked back: “Much sooner?”Lukaku responded: “Yes. I left Belgium at 18 years old.”The centre-forward was asked again: “Do you miss it? Do you miss Belgium?”Lukaku replied: “My mother, my children…”Most read in FootballThe Belgian star joined Anderlecht in 2006 when he was 13 years old and spent three years within the youth ranks.The ex-Everton star made his senior debut in 2009 and amassed a total of 41 goals and 17 assists in 98 appearances.Romelu Lukaku excels in shooting practice during Belgium training The former West Brom ace left the Belgian giants in 2011 and moved to Chelsea for his first three-year stint with the club. More

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      talkSPORT host stuns studio into silence with bold Premier League prediction including Crystal Palace in top four race

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      CHELSEA are going to win the Premier League next season, according to one talkSPORT host.Adrian Durham made several bold early predictions for the upcoming campaign, tipping a few teams to exceed expectations.talkSPORT host Adrian Durham, right, made some bold predictions ahead of the new seasonCredit: Paul Edwards – The SunThe presenter believes Enzo Maresca will be a big hit at ChelseaCredit: GettyThat includes Chelsea who will start from fresh beginnings following the appointment of Enzo Maresca.The Italian coach led Leicester to the Championship title this season and Durham thinks he is ready to repeat the same feat in the top flight.He said on talkSPORT: “Do you want a bold prediction for next year? Chelsea are going to win the title.”I take it nobody agrees? Do you think no chance, honestly?READ MORE IN FOOTBALLChelsea finished the season strongly with five consecutive wins but Mauricio Pochettinto’s departure combined with potential departures mean there is plenty of uncertainty at Stamford Bridge.Crystal Palace are another side who could lose key players this summer, including Eberechi Eze and Michael Olise, who could make a £60million move to Manchester United.But if they hold onto their important players Durham thinks they are capable of qualifying for the Champions League.He said of their chances: “The other thing I think is, if they all stay together, [Crystal] Palace will challenge for top four.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSDurham also predicted Aston Villa would have a season to remember, claiming Unai Emery’s side will improve once again and challenge for the Prem title.He added: “I’ll throw one from left-field. I think, given the finance they have and the manager they have, [Unai] Emery could build a side to challenge for the title. Not win it, challenge for it.Manchester City challenging the Premier League and its entire rulebook in a court case with millions of pounds of damages on the line”My argument for that is this. Liverpool came from 25 points off the pace to challenge for the title from nowhere, Arsenal were fighting for fourth place one minute, suddenly they’re challenging for the title. They didn’t have the squad last year, they were better second time around.”Also, Emery has a body of work if you look across everything he’s done, with Villarreal he took a team of rejects and got to the Champions League semi-final.”He’s a winner, and if you give him the finance and you give him the team… Villa had three players out with ACL’s this season, am I right? They had a striker [Ollie Watkins] who was decent, who was turning in elite Premier League numbers this season.” More

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      Chelsea announce exits of three stars after Enzo Maresca’s arrival as Thiago Silva leads trio out the door

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      THIAGO SILVA leads the list of Chelsea players departing the club ahead of Enzo Maresca’s arrival. Before Mauricio Pochettino left, the Brazilian legend confirmed he would call time in West London after four years with the Blues. Thiago Silva will leave ChelseaCredit: GettySilva, who will return to Fluminense as a free agent, joins Josh Brooking and Noah Hay in leaving Chelsea. Despite retaining most of his squad, incoming new Blues boss Maresca does face departures this summer. The futures of centre-back Trevoh Chalobah and Conor Gallagher remain in doubt as Chelsea look to balance their books. Chalobah has been linked with the likes of Manchester United and as the Blues close in on the signing of Tosin Adarabioyo on a free from Fulham. READ MORE ON CHELSEAMeanwhile, Chelsea are believed to been keen on keeping Gallagher but Aston Villa are understood to have opened talks to sign him. Chelsea start life under their new boss against League Two Wimbledon in July. The two clubs have arranged a pre-season friendly at The Dons’ Plough Lane ground in South West London.Relations between the two neighbours remain close after Chelsea’s women’s team moved into Wimbledon’s former Kingsmeadow Stadium in 2020.Most read in FootballMeet Pep Guardiola disciple Enzo Maresca

      ENZO MARESCA is considered among the most exciting young coaches on the planet.
      Born in Italy in 1980, he managed to guide Leicester to the Championship title in his first season as Foxes boss.
      His management career started at Italian minnows Ascoli before he was snapped up by Man City in 2020 to manage their Elite Development Squad.
      He guided the youth team to the Premier League 2 title in his one season working for the Citizens – with Cole Palmer in the side.
      His first senior job was with Parma but he was sacked after just a few months after failing to impress.
      Despite the team playing in Serie B and Maresca having an impressive squad he was unable to get them on course for promotion.
      He returned to Man City and worked as one of Pep Guardiola’s assistants for the 2022/23 season as they won the Treble.
      He took over relegated Leicester last summer and made an immediate impact, with the Foxes winning the Championship title.
      Maresca showed his dedication to the job by living at the training ground for the first two months after his appointment.
      He’s considered something of a Pep disciple and has said: “For a coach, it’s important to have the mentality of a chess player.”
      During his playing career he played under Carlo Ancelotti and Marcello Lippi – and alongside ex-Brighton boss Roberto de Zerbi.

      CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe Premier League team is also embarking on a five-match tour of the United States between July 24 & 26.They will play Wrexham, Celtic, Club America , Manchester City and Real Madrid on the tour.Emotional moment Thiago Silva breaks down in tears on stage and has to be consoled at Chelsea awards ceremony More

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      Bournemouth confirm 14 players to leave including Newcastle-bound star and legendary Premier League manager’s grandson

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      BOURNEMOUTH have released 14 players including Harry Redknapp’s grandson, also named Harry.The defender was a second-year scholar but has not been kept on by the Cherries.Lloyd Kelly has left BournemouthCredit: AFPAndoni Iraola has shipped out a lot of dead woodCredit: GettyRedknapp, 17, joined Bournemouth at the age of seven after being born in nearby Poole.The centre-back spent time at Dorchester on loan this season, and made two appearances for QPR Under-18s in the FA Youth Cup.He is now on the lookout for a new club along with 13 other Bournemouth players.That includes five first-team players, one of which is Lloyd Kelly who reportedly rejected multiple offers of a new contract.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe defender has been heavily linked with a move to Newcastle where he could reunite with his former boss Eddie Howe.Darren Randolph, Ryan Fredericks, Jamal Lowe and Emiliano Marcondes and Lloyd Kelly all depart after struggling for minutes since signing for the club.Manager Andoni Iraola has shipped out plenty of deadwood as he looks to build on an impressive campaign.Bournemouth achieved a record 48 points in the Premier League last term, finishing 12th.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBournemouth players releasedBOURNEMOUTH have culled 14 players following the conclusion of the 2023/24 season.
      First team – Not retained

      Ryan Fredericks
      Lloyd Kelly
      Darren Randolph
      Jamal Lowe
      Emiliano Marcondes

      Development Squad – Not retained

      Ben Greenwood
      Baylin Johnson
      Ferdinand Okoh
      Cameron Plain
      Euan Pollock

      Second-year Scholars – Not retained

      Noah Crisp
      Ollie Eagle
      Jack Holman
      Harry Redknapp

      Harry Jr is the nephew of former Liverpool and Tottenham star Jamie Redknapp.And he departs the club along with eight other academy players.Harry Redknapp backs The Sun’s vital grassroots grant More

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      West Ham announce nine players to leave the club including fan favourite Angelo Ogbonna

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      WEST HAM have released NINE players including fan-favourite Angelo Ogbonna.The centre-back, 36, spent nine years in East London and played 249 times for the club.Angelo Ogbonna has left West Ham after nine years with the clubCredit: ReutersKeeper Joseph Anang has also been releasedCredit: GettyWest Ham have also released keeper Joseph Anang, but remain in talks with Ben Johnson and Divin Mubama over new deals.The other seven names to leave are all academy prospects.They are Jacob Knightbridge, Keenan Appiah-Forson, Dan Chesters, Liam Jones, Jerry Umolu, Seb Boothe and Blaise Uwandji.Ogbonna was loved by the West Ham faithful, ever-present at the heart of their back line for six seasons.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe joined from Juventus in 2015 for £10million having just won back-to-back Serie A titles.Ogbonna brought that experience with him to West Ham who have gone on to enjoy trophy success of their own.Under David Moyes, they claimed the Europa Conference League last season, 12 months after reaching the Europa League semi-finals.And last month Ogbonna spoke about the progression of the club.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe said: “It’s a totally different West Ham.”As a human being, everyone wants more, but you need to understand people that work here have given everything in the transition to try to change things.West Ham star Lucas Paqueta charged with betting breaches”We have got international players and now we’re standing and everyone knows West Ham around the world.”This, I think is a very, very, very, very good result and a great build-up.”West Ham’s departures come amid links with a number of potential arrivals.With new manager Julen Lopetegui at the helm, Sevilla duo Youssef En-Nesyri and Marcos Acuna are being mooted with switches to the London club.More exits are also expected in the coming weeks as Michail Antonio and Aaron Cresswell are reportedly on the way out. More