West Bromwich Albion Football Club has made an official statement regarding a recent ruling by the EFL’s Club Financial Review Panel (CFRP). This decision, announced after a two-day hearing that concluded on April 23, 2026, involves a two-point deduction for the club due to exceeding the Upper Loss Threshold.
Details of the Ruling
The CFRP determined that West Bromwich Albion exceeded the financial loss threshold for the three-year period ending on June 30, 2025. However, the panel has not yet released written reasons for its decision.
Financial Implications
The club firmly disagrees with the findings, asserting compliance with the Profitability and Sustainability (P&S) Rules. Notably, the decision does not disclose the extent of the breach, only indicating it is below £2 million. This represents the smallest violation of these rules in the history of the EFL Championship and the Premier League.
Background on the Case
The proceedings stemmed from a change in the EFL’s Club Financial Reporting Unit (CFRU) regarding Community Development Expenditure. In the 2023/24 season, the CFRU allowed the club to include certain contributions to The Albion Foundation in its financial calculations.
Club’s Response
- West Bromwich Albion claims that without the CFRU’s retrospective adjustments, it would not have breached the P&S Rules.
- The club continues to support The Albion Foundation and its initiatives in the community.
- West Bromwich Albion is exploring the possibility of an appeal against the decision.
Next Steps
The club will consider its options for an appeal and will release further comments once it has received the detailed reasons behind the CFRP’s decision. Meanwhile, the team aims to focus on performance in upcoming matches.
