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Sheffield United CEO Stephen Bettis on points deduction
Sheffield United CEO Stephen Bettis says club won't face points deduction despite EFL investigation.
In brief
Sheffield United CEO Stephen Bettis says club won't face points deduction despite EFL investigation. Sheffield United CEO Stephen Bettis states the club does not expect a points deduction from the EFL as the company that owned the club did not go into insolvency. Originally reported by BBC Sport.
EFL investigation
Sheffield United's CEO Stephen Bettis says the club do not expect to receive an English Football League points deduction.
Liquidation background
The company that bought Sheffield United for £100m in December 2024 is still owed £35m by the club.
Winding up petition
A winding-up petition filed in July against the club's former owners could trigger a 12-point penalty under EFL rules.
Bettis' position
Bettis says the club did not go into insolvency and the winding up petition happened after the entity was no longer part of the group.
Risk of penalty
Bettis admits there remains a risk of fines or points deductions as the EFL investigation continues.
Ongoing discussions
Discussions continue between the Blades owners and former owner Prince Abdullah bin Mosaad Al Saud over a £35m payment.
The takeaway
Sheffield United CEO Stephen Bettis states the club does not expect a points deduction from the EFL as the company that owned the club did not go into insolvency.
