Finance guru slams EFL as ‘Ridiculous’ situation emerges in West Brom points deduction saga

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It emerged on 13 April West Brom have been charged with an alleged breach of the EFL’s financial rules for 2024-25, leading to a potential points deduction if they are found guilty. However, the Baggies insisted they have “fully complied” with the P&S rules and they will continue to co-operate with the EFL’s Club Financial Reporting Unit in a bid to resolve the matter.

West Bromwich Albion acknowledges media reports relating to the club’s compliance with the EFL’s Profitability & Sustainability (P&S) rules.The club considers that it has fully complied with the P&S rules. The club will continue to co-operate with the EFL’s Club Financial… pic.twitter.com/shY5EXS5CB— West Bromwich Albion (@WBA) April 13, 2026 View Tweet MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES How West Brom can slow down potential points deduction hearingSky Sports reported on 15 April West Brom’s dispute with the EFL revolves around interest payments on loans taken out by former owner Guochuan Lai.

Financial MetricValueTurnover£30.4mBroadcast revenue£12.8mMatchday revenue£6.8mCommercial revenue£10.8mPre-tax loss£18.8mWest Brom’s accounts for last season (Credit: Kieran Maguire)Speaking exclusively to Football Insider, Borson discussed the EFL’s handling of West Brom’s situation. But again, West Brom may be entitled to say, ‘Well, there’s no reason why we should be asking them to accelerate everything beyond their ordinary position’.” Why West Brom could be waiting until June for points deduction verdictBorson revealed it could be several weeks before a decision is made around West Brom’s situation.