West Brom hit back with statement over alleged financial breach and points deduction fears

West Brom hit back with statement over alleged financial breach and points deduction fearsWest Brom have released a statement to directly respond to reports that the Championship club have been charged with an alleged breach for Profit and Sustainability rulesCommentsSportDaniel Marsh Senior Sports Reporter14:57, 13 Apr 2026Updated 14:57, 13 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesWest Brom have responded to reports claiming they have been charged with an alleged financial breach(Image: Catherine Ivill)West Bromwich Albion insist they have 'fully complied' with The EFL's Profit and Sustainability rules following claims that the Championship club could face a points deduction over an alleged financial breach.‌Reports on Monday morning outlined that the Baggies, currently 20th in the table, had been charged due to an alleged breach relating to last season. The possible sanctions for a breach include a points deduction, which could have disastrous consequences for West Brom's hopes of avoiding relegation given they are only two points above the bottom three.‌Sanction guidelines indicate that punishments should be applied in the season after the breach, potentially leaving West Brom even more vulnerable to the drop.‌However, the club have responded to the reports by saying they have complied with the PSR rules.READ MORE: West Brom at risk of points deduction which could relegate them over alleged financial breachREAD MORE: Wayne Rooney tells Arsenal they will have to 'play dirty' in order to beat Man City"West Bromwich Albion acknowledges media reports relating to the club’s compliance with the EFL’s Profitability & Sustainability (P&S) rules," a statement read."The club considers that it has fully complied with the P&S rules. The club will continue to co-operate with the EFL’s Club Financial Reporting Unit and looks forward to resolving this matter.‌"Albion understands the concerns of supporters and thanks fans for their unwav...