adminThe Championship relegation battle could take a dramatic turn, with reports suggesting West Bromwich Albion may face a points deduction.
West Brom began the season strongly under Ryan Mason, but a poor run of form led to his sacking in early January.
The situation worsened during Eric Ramsay’s short spell, where the team failed to win any of nine matches and slipped into the relegation fight.
James Morrison took over in February and has improved results, guiding the team to a seven-game unbeaten run, including a 0-0 draw against Millwall.
Despite this progress, West Brom remain just two points above the relegation zone with four games left, especially after Oxford United and Portsmouth secured important wins.
Reports claim West Brom have been charged with breaching the EFL’s profit and sustainability rules for the 2024–25 season.
The club has responded by insisting they complied with the rules and will continue to cooperate with the EFL.
The breach is believed to be minor, but possible punishments include:
Points deduction
Transfer ban
Fine
Since the issue relates to last season, any punishment must be applied this season, although the club is reportedly hoping to delay it.
According to reports, West Brom could face a deduction of 2 to 3 points. While not severe, it could still be enough to drop them into the relegation zone.
A final decision may not be made until after the season ends on May 2.
This situation could provide a major boost to Leicester City’s survival hopes.
Even a small points deduction for West Brom could shift the relegation battle, especially with only a few games remaining.
Although some may argue it’s too late in the season for such punishment, EFL rules require sanctions from previous campaigns to be applied in the following season.
With West Brom in improved form, the fight for survival is still wide open but this development could be a decisive factor in how it all ends.
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