Brighton and Hove Albion’s Premier League rivals Nottingham Forest have been docked four points for breaching Premier League financial rules.
The deduction drops Forest into the Premier League’s relegation zone, leaving them 18th with nine games to play. Forest have yet to issue a statement indicating whether or not they would appeal.
Everton were docked 10 points in November for breaching PSR in the period up to the 2021-22 season, which was reduced to six on appeal.
The points deduction has a huge impact on the bottom section of the table as both teams are locked in a relegation battle, along with Sheffield United, Burnley, Luton Town, Brentford and even Crystal Palace, who are 14th with 29 points.
Here’s how the bottom half of the table would look – without the points deductions.
1. 11th Chelsea
Mauricio Pochettino continues to be under fire for their lowly position on 39 points Photo: GLYN KIRK
2. 12th Fulham
Marco Silva's team are 12th but dangerous on their day. 38 points Photo: Alex Davidson
3. 13th Bournemouth
The Cherries have been picked off a few times this season but are a good watch and seem safe from the drop. 35 points. Photo: Warren Little
4. 14th Everton
Sean Dyche's team are currently 16th with 25 points but would be in 14th with 31 points without their six-point penalty. Photo: Alex Livesey