TalkSPORT reporter Alex Crook outlined this morning why Nottingham Forest may be spared as much penalty for breaking sustainability and profitability laws as Everton was.
With Forest facing a significant day in the context of their season, the pundit went live on the radio this morning.
What actions have Forest taken, then, that might offer them the advantage over Everton in their specific situation? Let’s examine what the reporter said in more detail.
Alex Crook discusses why Nottingham Forest might be given a lighter sentence.
Okay, here’s another insightful remark from Crook. He made an effort to shed some light on the circumstances surrounding Forest earlier this morning and to exchange some information.
Okay, here’s another insightful remark from Crook. He made an effort to shed some light on the circumstances surrounding Forest earlier this morning and to exchange some information.The fact that each case is heard differently is remarkable. Wouldn’t it make more sense for the Premier League to impose predetermined penalties for defeats that exceed the minimum threshold?
However, that appears too simple, and the Premier League prefers to put in extra effort for themselves. In fact, Crook thinks that Forest’s actions after the charges were made may have helped them get into better shape.
“I think it depends on the severity of the points deduction,” he stated in a live TalkSPORT interview. When it comes to how they have handled this, Forest has been far less combative than Everton; in fact, the statement they made after being punished was quite succinct.
“On the other hand, Andy Burnham—a major Everton supporter—was involved and Everton was immediately ahead of the Premier League.