Deadline day for Everton appeal

Today marks the deadline for Everton‘s appeal against losing Dan Gosling on a free transfer after the Premier League ruled any club looking to sign the youngster would not owe the Blues a fee.

Gosling’s contract omissions by Everton are common-knowledge, and two weeks ago the Premier League ruled that he could leave the Blues without any tribunal to arrange a fee.  Had Everton offered the youngster a written deal, they would have been entitled to a fee set by a tribunal had he not signed it.

On July 8th, a Premier League statement read,  “An independent hearing, convened under Premier League Rules, was held last week to look into the contractual status of Dan Gosling.

“Having looked into the matter, and considered the arguments of both Everton and the player, it was determined that the player is unattached and entitled to a free transfer.

“This is subject to a right of appeal by Everton which must be brought within 14 days of the decision.”

If no appeal is lodged, Gosling will leave Everton short on funds as well as potential, but it would appear that Everton have accepted this and will not fight their corner, although as yet no statement has been made by the club.