Multi-club ownership in the spotlight after European sanctions hit hard
The article discusses the issue of multi-club ownership in European football, particularly the impact of UEFA's regulations on this practice. It highlights the case of Crystal Palace, who were denied access to the Europa League due to their then-largest shareholder, John Textor, also holding a controlling stake in Lyon. This decision has led to pressure on UEFA to reconsider its complex rules and potentially push back the 1 March deadline for clubs to demonstrate compliance with the multi-club ownership regulations. The article notes that Crystal Palace was not the only team affected by these rules, and smaller clubs within multi-club operations are expected to lobby UEFA to delay the deadline, as they aim to find a way to comply with the regulations.
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