Impact of Leicester's charge on promotion battle amid points deduction fears

Enzo Maresca is firm in his belief that Leicester City's financial charges are not a distraction - but he may have changed his mind after a points deduction became a real possibility.

"At the end of the season, in case we get promoted, it'll be more enjoyable because you can face many problems that we've faced this year, but in the end, we've reached our target." A similar deduction could face Leicester, but not immediately. Due to the Foxes being in the Championship, they will not be impacted by the new rules voted through.

In another boost to Leicester, there would also not be time for an independent commission to be organised where both the Premier League and the Foxes would make their arguments. A decision would then have to be made pending any possible appeal from either side. Leicester might be at a disadvantage before a ball is even kicked, with the maximum of a 10-point penalty potentially awaiting them. There have also been reports that the Foxes may be forced to cash in on one of their stars to avoid any further charges.

Ireland Latest News, Ireland Headlines

Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.

Manchester City vs Manchester United: Follow the Premier League clash live in our hubMan City host Man United in the Premier League on Sunday, follow the Manchester derby live in our dedicated hub.
Source: JOEdotie - 🏆 31. / 51 Read more »

Repeat of last season’s all-Manchester FA Cup final on the cards after semi-final drawChampions City will face Chelsea while Manchester United draw Mark Robins’s Coventry City
Source: IrishTimes - 🏆 3. / 98 Read more »

Vardy double rescues leaders Leicester, O'Dowda scores dramatic winner for Cardiff over IpswichElsewhere Southampton’s 4-2 victory over Sunderland breathed new life into their Championship promotion push.
Source: The42_ie - 🏆 5. / 86 Read more »

What time and TV channel is Chelsea vs Leicester in the FA Cup todayCup action from Stamford Bridge
Source: IrishMirror - 🏆 4. / 98 Read more »

Chelsea overcome comedy own goal to beat 10-man LeicesterStoppage-time goals gave Chelsea a wild 4-2 win.
Source: The42_ie - 🏆 5. / 86 Read more »

Chelsea into FA Cup semi-finals as late double sinks 10-man Leicester in chaotic battleChelsea were strolling at half-time before Axel Disasi’s remarkable own goal let Leicester back in
Source: IrishTimes - 🏆 3. / 98 Read more »