Wednesday briefing: Senior executives seek explanation after Chelsea avoid points deduction

Senior executives at a few Premier League clubs have contacted competition officials to question why Chelsea were not given a points deduction after admitting to making £47 million in undisclosed payments.

According to Daily Mail Sport, club figures have sought clarity from chair Alison Brittain on the decision, which resulted in a £10.75 million fine and a suspended transfer ban.

Emotions among clubs ranged “from exasperation to disbelief” following confirmation of the sanction