Everton Docked Points and Drop into Relegation Zone

Premier League Punishment Rocks Toffees

Financial Breaches Cost Everton Dearly

Everton have suffered a major blow in their battle to avoid relegation from the Premier League after being docked 10 points for breaching the league's profitability and sustainability rules.

The unprecedented punishment was handed down by an independent commission after an investigation into the club's financial dealings. Everton were found to have breached the rules on several occasions, including failing to properly account for player transfer fees and overspending on wages.

The points deduction leaves Everton in the relegation zone, just two points above the bottom three. It is a devastating blow for a club that has been struggling to find form all season and is now facing an uphill battle to stay in the Premier League.