Leicester City have lost six points after the English Football League ruled that the club broke financial regulations. The punishment takes effect immediately and pushes Leicester down the Championship table.
The Foxes drop from 17th to 20th place and now sit just outside the relegation zone on goal difference. The decision comes at a difficult time for the club, both on and off the pitch.
Why Leicester Were Penalised
The Premier League charged Leicester in May for breaching profit and sustainability rules. The case covered the three year period ending in the 2023 to 2024 season.
Under PSR rules, Premier League clubs cannot lose more than one hundred and five million pounds across three seasons. However, the allowed loss decreases by twenty two million pounds for every season spent outside the top division.
Leicester spent part of that period in the Championship, which lowered their permitted spending limit.
Club Losses Explained
Leicester’s financial records show heavy losses over recent years. For the year ending June 30, 2024, the club reported a loss of nineteen point four million pounds.
In the 2022 to 2023 season, Leicester confirmed losses of eighty nine point seven million pounds. The year before that, up to May 2022, the club recorded a record loss of ninety two point five million pounds.
These figures do not include allowed adjustments. Clubs can exclude certain costs, such as stadium development and investment in women’s football, which both leagues consider beneficial to the sport.
Leicester Responds to the Decision
Leicester City strongly criticised the ruling. The club described the six point deduction as unfair and excessive.
In an official statement, Leicester said the commission reduced the original punishment requested by the Premier League. However, the club believes the final decision still ignores key mitigating factors.
Leicester confirmed they are reviewing the ruling carefully and weighing their next steps. The club also stressed its commitment to fair and transparent processes.
On Field Struggles Continue
The points deduction adds pressure to an already tough season. Leicester have failed to win their last four Championship matches and lost three of them.
The club also remain without a permanent manager. Leicester dismissed Marti Cifuentes in January, leaving Andy King in charge as interim head coach.
King will lead the team against Birmingham City on Saturday as Leicester fight to move clear of the relegation battle.
