Keith Wyness, Everton’s former manager, has called for a “emergency vote” this summer to ensure that clubs like Nottingham Forest do not lose additional points.
Speaking on the latest episode of Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast, the 66-year-old, who was CEO at Goodison Park from 2004 to 2009 and now runs a football consultancy advising elite clubs, insisted that it is “not fair” to punish clubs like Forest for investing to give themselves the best chance of remaining in the Premier League.
On Friday (10 May), Football Insider stated that Nottingham Forest are facing another four-point deduction next season and will need to sell players to prevent a “serious” financial breach.
The Midlands team is still fighting relegation in the 2023-24 season after being deducted four points earlier this year.
Nuno Espirito Santo’s team can virtually guarantee survival with a win in their remaining two games.
According to Wyness, Nottingham Forest needs a ’emergency vote’ to avoid a new points deduction.
Wyness asked clubs to raise the Profitability and Sustainability restrictions (PSR) threshold from £105 million this summer, despite new restrictions slated to be implemented in 2025.
He told Football Insider’s Insider Track podcast: “There has been speculation about new methods being used for the 2025-26 season.
“However, it will be intriguing to see where we stand next season.
“There must be an emergency referendum held in the summer, with some adjustments coming in the following season.
“Whether it’s as simple as increasing the breach amount from £105 million, they must do so.
“Clubs must be allowed the opportunity to invest and remain in the Premier League, provided that owners do not burden the team with debt.
“They need to make the league as competitive as possible.
“I don’t see why it’s fair to see Forest criticised and punished for trying their best to stay in the league.”
