Update on Everton's second FFP charge emerges as Nottingham Forest await fate

Nottingham Forest are expected to discover their punishment for breaking financial regulations this week, but relegation rivals Everton will have to wait a little while longer.

An independent commission heard Forest’s case on March 7 and 8. The rules state a decision must be provided within one week of the conclusion of the hearing, meaning it could be announced on Monday. READ MORE: What could happen next as Nottingham Forest prepare for FFP decision If they are docked more than three points, the Reds would drop into the relegation zone with nine games remaining. Their campaign resumes on Saturday, March 30, when they host Crystal Palace at the City Ground.

The Premier League have put in place a backstop date of May 24 - five days after the final round of fixtures - for the situation to be concluded for both Everton and Forest. It means there is the possibility of teams still not knowing where they stand in terms of relegation and survival after the last game has been played.

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