How the Premier League's new financial rules will impact Sunderland's transfer spending | OneFootball

Sunderland are preparing for the Premier League’s switch to Squad Cost Ratio this summer. Florent Ghisolfi says the squad should be strengthened but not overhauled, and while sales could happen in time, the club are under no pressure to sell.

According to Sunderland Echo, SCR limits first team spending to 85% of revenue, or 70% for clubs in Europe, covering wages, agent fees and amortisation, with a three year net transfer position included. Budgets are set in summer and reviewed in March. Overspending by under 30% brings a fine, beyond that carries risk of sporting sanction.

Sunderland are understood to have backed the change, helped by strong recruitment and a large fanbase. Infrastructure and academy spending is excluded from SCR, but the model benefits the big six, so the medium term challenge is clear.

Exact positioning is unclear because the latest accounts cover the Championship. Premier League TV income should rise by at least £100 million, likely nearer £120 million, pointing to an estimated £170 million turnover, while costs are climbing sharply after last summer’s business.

Profits from earlier sales, such as Jobe Bellingham, will fade from the three year transfer average. Chemsdine Talbi’s reported £16.5 million fee on a five year deal equates to a little over £3 million a year, which shows why repeating heavy outlay would likely require major sales. Ghisolfi expects a modest, January style window focused on younger players with resale value and stability, with occasional departures likely under SCR.

Source: Sunderland Echo