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Leeds and Burnley 'threaten legal action against the Premier League and Everton over "serious financial rule breaches"', with the Toffees having lost £371.8m in three years... before scraping clear of their rivals in the relegation dog-fight

Daily Mail | May 20, 2022

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Leeds United and Burnley are reportedly threatening legal action against the Premier League and Everton because they believe the Toffees have seriously breached financial rules.

According to The Times, they both wrote to the Premier League last week asking what action, if any, is being taken with Everton recording losses totalling £371.8m over three years.

Sportsmail first reported in April that clubs could launch legal action against Everton.

Leeds United and Burnley are reportedly threatening legal action against Everton over perceived breaches of financial rules
Everton are said to be sure that they have been compliant with the Premier League rules

Everton are said to be sure that they have been compliant with the Premier League rules

Leeds and Burnley are battling to retain their place in the Premier League, while Everton secured their top-flight place with Thursday's dramatic 3-2 fightback against Crystal Palace at Goodison Park.

See full article at Daily Mail