June 30 marks the reset of a three-year cycle for Financial Fair Play (FFP) and Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSR), leaving Newcastle United facing an anxious wait.
Former Crystal Palace owner Simon Jordan has speculated whether Newcastle fears a Premier League points deduction. The club is reportedly exploring creative ways to raise funds before the June 30 deadline, when a new financial cycle begins. Recent reports suggest that Newcastle might sell youngster Yankuba Minteh to Lyon or Everton.
If Newcastle breaches financial restrictions, they could face points deductions, similar to those imposed on Everton and Nottingham Forest last season. However, changes to the FFP/PSR regulations are expected to align the league with UEFA’s guidelines, which use a squad cost-to-revenue ratio.
Speaking to talkSPORT, Jordan questioned if Newcastle is concerned about the June 30 deadline and suggested that the club’s management might need to lower their demands to offload unwanted players.
“There are two prices in football,” Jordan said. “The one you want and the one someone’s prepared to pay. A player’s value is determined by the buyer.
“In most cases, unless you have an exceptional player, there’s a balancing act. Newcastle can move their players but might need to adjust their financial expectations. They might be worried about PSR. Who knows what will happen in August? Maybe PSR rules will change.
“Clubs know the rules and should manage their finances accordingly. If they can’t, they must face the consequences. I believe a new ownership model should have some leeway. Perhaps clubs need to be patient and build over a longer period. I do think there should be changes to PSR.”
