Everton’s penalty for breaching Premier League financial rules has been reduced from 10 points to six after an appeal.

The club were immediately docked 10 points in November for breaking profit and sustainability rules (PSR) in the three-year period to 2021-22, dropping Everton from 14th to 19th in the table.

The reduction lifts them from 17th to 15th, although the club is facing another possible points deduction after being charged in January along with Nottingham Forest for alleged breaches in their accounts for 2022-23.

By the time Everton’s second charge is heard, they may only have six league fixtures remaining.