The Premier League is planning to introduce a new financial rule next season that could see clubs face an automatic six-point deduction if they overspend significantly. The proposal, reported by The Guardian, aims to make financial discipline stricter and more immediate.
The system, known as the Squad-Cost Ratio (SCR), would limit clubs to spending a maximum of 85% of their revenue on player wages, transfers, and agent fees. Any team that exceeds this cap by 30% or more would instantly be docked six points. Lesser overspending would lead to fines, while more severe breaches could trigger heavier penalties.
Unlike the existing Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSR), which often punish clubs long after the offences are committed, the SCR would apply in real time. This would avoid controversies like Everton’s delayed points deduction or Nottingham Forest receiving a lighter punishment despite higher spending.
Premier League clubs are scheduled to vote on the proposal in November. If approved, the rules will align with UEFA’s 70% spending cap in European competitions, creating a more consistent and transparent system. If rejected, the current PSR framework will remain in place until at least the 2026–27 season.
