Nottingham Forest’s arch-rivals Derby County have been charged by the EFL for breaching FFP rules.
The Rams, currently 17th in the Championship, could face a points deduction if the case against them is upheld.
In a statement published on Thursday evening, the EFL’s charge follows a review of the Profitability and Sustainability submissions made by the Reds’ rivals.
If proven against them, Phillip Cocu’s side could face a points deduction which would see them drop into relegation trouble.
There’s already a precedent set by the EFL, who docked Birmingham City nine points last season for breaching stringent FFP rules.
Should the same fate be applied, then Derby would drop to just one point off the bottom three as the table stands.
“Following a review of Derby County’s Profitability and Sustainability (P&S) submissions, the EFL has charged the Club for recording losses in excess of the permitted amounts provided for in EFL Regulations for the three-year period ending 30 June 2018,” said the EFL in a statement.
“The Club will now be referred to an independent Disciplinary Commission, which will hear representations from both the EFL and Derby County.
“As these matters are now subject to proceedings, the EFL will be making no further comment at this time.”
Unsurprisingly, Forest fans have taken the news well…
