Trevor Allison

Statement from Clive Betts MP on the current situation at Sheffield United #SUFC: On Thursday, local MPs Clive Betts (Sheffield South East) and Toby Perkins (Chesterfield) along with representatives of Rt Hon Louise Haigh MP and Abtisam Mohamed MP, met with senior officials from the EFL (English Football League) and IFR (Independent Football Regulator) to discuss the current matters of financial concern at Sheffield United Football Club.    The recent winding up petition against COH Sports Bidco and contradictory comments between the club and their former owners have understandably caused concern for fans.   The EFL and IFR, who are working together, explained the processes they will follow, the powers they have to act  and why the particular complications relating to this specific situation.   The EFL explained that they are reviewing a number of interlinked and complex regulatory issues relating to Sheffield United, drawing on information requested from and provided by, the Club, relevant owners, and other material before determining whether any further regulatory action is required.   Depending on the outcome of that review, the League will consider what, if any, regulatory consequences or action may follow, including in relation to the Club and/or relevant individuals.   The EFL stressed that no final position has been taken on any of these issues, and they remain under active review and that there are no fixed timeframes for these matters to be concluded, and assured us that the League is working as quickly as is practically possible.   The MPs said afterwards: "We remain concerned at the uncertainty and impact this has on fans who are concerned about what is happening at their club. We commit to keeping in touch with the EFL and IFR and to encourage them to make available to fans as much information as possible at the earliest opportunity. We also urge the current owners to improve their communication with fans who are understandably concerned. "