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West Brom 'Co-Operating with EFL' as Charge Adds Twist to Relegation Fight

On Monday, the English Football League charged West Bromwich Albion with breaching Profit and Sustainability Rules, a sanction potentially impacting the club's standing in the Sky Bet Championship relegation battle.
West Brom recorded a combined loss of £61.9m over three seasons, exceeding the £39m permitted threshold; the Football League's Club Financial Reporting Unit identified this breach after assessing accounts.
The club has 14 days to respond to the charge, with a hearing typically scheduled within 28 days of submission; potential penalties include a points deduction, transfer embargo, or financial fine.
Interim Head Coach James Morrison's side sits 20th in the table, two points above relegation, while Albion stated it "fully complied with the P&S rules" and is cooperating with the EFL.
West Brom are reportedly attempting to defer any punishment until next season, with three weeks remaining in the campaign; this case underscores financial instability across the English football pyramid.

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