Wednesday briefing: Aston Villa owner Nassef Sawiris considers legal action against Premier League over financial rules

Nassef Sawiris, the Egyptian billionaire owner of Aston Villa, has revealed he is contemplating a formal complaint against the Premier League over its Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSR).

Sawiris told the Financial Times that he believes the rules are “anti-competitive” and that he is seeking legal advice about whether to mount a challenge.

“Some of the rules have actually resulted in cementing the status quo more than creating upward mobility and fluidity in the sport,