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Nottingham Forest Loses Appeal Against Premier League Four-Point Deduction

May 7, 2024, 11:09 AM

Nottingham Forest faced a significant setback in their Premier League campaign as their appeal against a four-point deduction was rejected. The deduction, imposed for breaching the Premier League's profitability and sustainability rules, leaves the club just three points above the relegation zone with only two games remaining. This decision follows a failed attempt by the club to argue that the sale of Brennan Johnson to Spurs for £47.5 million should have been considered a 'near-miss' in complying with financial regulations. The independent appeal board upheld the original decision, affecting Forest's position as they fight to avoid relegation.