Manchester United lead dissenters as Premier League clubs discuss salary cap

Clubs have already agreed to introduce squad cost control measures
Say nay: Sir Jim Ratcliffe
Bradley Collyer/PA Wire
Dan Kilpatrick @Dan_KP25 April 2024

Premier League clubs are set to discuss a first hard salary cap at their next shareholders meeting on Monday, but the proposal faces some stiff opposition.

The proposed cap — known as anchoring — would limit clubs to spending a multiple of what the lowest earners get from the league's centralised broadcast and commercial deals.

In theory, the move would make the top flight more competitive, which would ensure it retains its appeal to broadcasters. However, there is concern from top clubs, notably Manchester United, that a cap would put English clubs at a disadvantage to their European rivals.

The Premier League are committed to overhauling the current profit and sustainability rules (PSR) that have seen Everton and Nottingham Forest docked points this season.

Clubs have already agreed to introduce squad cost control measures for the 2025-26 season which will limit them to spending 85 per cent of turnover on transfers, wages and agents' fees.

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