Newcastle compensation update: Finance expert reacts to Premier League’s APT blow
Newcastle have received an update as to whether they are likely to receive compensation after a ruling on the Premier League’s APT rules, according to Stefan Borson.
The Premier League introduced rules on associated party transactions (APT) in 2021, in order to regulate sponsorship deals involving club-linked entities.
However, a tribunal has ruled that APT rules used between 2021 and 2024 were void and unenforceable.
APT rules are still in use, and Man City are expected to launch a new legal challenge against the Premier League.
Man City had three transactions affected in that time period, and could be in line to claim millions in compensation.
However, despite Newcastle also apparently experiencing delays, finance expert Borson explained that at this stage, no evidence suggests their deals were rejected or adjusted, something the finance expert says “seems contradictory”.
The Magpies will likely have to wait to find out the outcome for their club, with Borson saying there was “more to come on this one” after explaining the workings of the tribunal and its outcome.
Newcastle set for sponsorship windfall after APT changes
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Everton’s former chief Keith Wyness revealed to Football Insider in December, that Newcastle could make an extra £100m from commercial deals, following the changes to the APT rules.
Wyness also revealed Newcastle had lined up “multiple” Saudi sponsorship deals for 2025.
Having been forced to sell Yankuba Minteh to Brighton, and Elliott Anderson to Nottingham Forest last summer in a desperate bid to avoid PSR punishments, the Magpies have taken a more long-term approach to their transfer business this year.
This has set Newcastle up for a big spending spree this summer, having avoided doing major business in the January transfer window.
The Magpies are now focused on tying down Alexander Isak to a long-term contract, in a bid to stave off any interest from rivals Arsenal.
Newcastle look to secure Champions League football this season
The Magpies finished fourth in the 2022/23 season, securing Champions League football, before suffering a downturn in form last year, finishing seventh.
Newcastle will be keen to secure qualification to Europe’s elite competition again this year, as it will bolster the club’s long-term dreams of establishing themselves as one of the Premier League’s heavy hitters.
Champions League football next year will also give the North Eastern club a leg-up on their rivals in the transfer market in the summer.