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The Joe Pomp Show

#222 The English Premier League is Considering a Salary Cap

Oct 25, 2023
Exploring the implications of a proposed salary cap in the English Premier League, considering financial inequality, competitiveness, and sustainability. The podcast discusses comparisons to American sports leagues, potential salary cap figures based on revenue, and the impact of rising investments on football wage inflation.
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Quick takeaways

  • Implementing a salary cap in the Premier League aims to improve competitive balance by not factoring in clubs' revenue.
  • Linking player and transfer wages to the revenue of the bottom club could incentivize financial sustainability and fairness in the league.

Deep dives

Impact of Salary Cap on Premier League Clubs

The podcast discusses the potential implementation of a salary cap in the Premier League, highlighting Crystal Palace Chairman Steve Parish's comments on the idea. The salary cap would not factor in clubs' annual turnover or revenue, aiming to improve competitive balance. Currently, clubs allocate a substantial percentage of their revenue towards player wages, leading to financial struggles for some teams.

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