Burnley are seeking upwards of 50m in lost earnings after the club were relegated and spent 2022-23 in the second tier, where broadcast revenues are significantly lower than the top flight. Everton were found to have breached the Premier League's Profitability and Sustainability rules (PSR) and were given a 10-point deduction, which was later reduced to six on appeal. The Clarets are back in the Premier League under the management of Scott Parker (Image credit: Getty Images)
It took a 95th-minute penalty from Mohamed Salah to ensure Liverpool returned to the Premier League's summit as they secured a last-gasp 1-0 win against 10-man Burnley at Turf Moor. A stubborn Burnley rearguard looked set to hold out for a point against the Premier League champions on Sunday, even when Lesley Ugochukwu received his marching orders. Arne Slot left British record signing Alexander Isak out of his matchday squad.
Parker's Burnley looked set to claim a valuable point at Manchester United after his side twice fought back to level. Then, with the clock just into added-on time, United winger Amad Diallo had his jersey pulled by Jaidon Anthony as they ran into the area. On-field referee Sam Barrott declined to give a penalty, but was told to review the incident on video and he changed his mind.
Burnley must avoid a repeat of the disastrous 2023/24 season, characterized by a relegation struggle and low points average, by fielding a more competitive squad.
"There's a reason why players buy into what he wants not just starters, but the squad. There's an art to that. His man-management is incredible."