Soccer-Everton shocked by 'enormity' of points deduction, says Dyche

Soccer Football - Premier League - Crystal Palace v Everton - Selhurst Park, London, Britain - November 11, 2023 Everton manager Sean Dyche before the match Action Images via Reuters/Peter Cziborra/ File photo

(Reuters) - Everton were shocked by the "enormity" of their points deduction punishment for breaching Premier Leagues profitability and sustainability rules, manager Sean Dyche said on Friday.

Dyche's team, who host Manchester United on Sunday, were docked 10 points and dropped from 14th in the standings into the relegation zone on four points, above bottom side Burnley on goal difference.