UEFA warns Premier League cost rules could disrupt transfers
UEFA has raised concerns about the Premier League’s new Squad Cost Ratio (SCR) rule, which allows clubs to spend a higher percentage of their revenue on squad costs. The rule is seen as less strict compared to financial controls in other European leagues. Andrea Traveso, UEFA’s Director of Financial Sustainability and Research, outlined the potential risks of this approach. The Premier League, however, insists the new rules will maintain competitive balance.
Match highlights
- Premier League clubs have approved the Squad Cost Ratio, letting them spend up to 85% of revenue on squad costs.
- UEFA’s Andrea Traveso warned the rule could undermine financial stability and increase market tensions.
- Other European leagues, like the Bundesliga and La Liga, have stricter cost-control measures in place.
- Javier Tebas, La Liga president, criticized the Premier League’s financial power and called for harmonized regulations.
- The Premier League rejects UEFA’s concerns, saying its rules aim to ensure competitiveness rather than uniformity.
