On appeal in February, the Toffees’ 10-point deduction for the three-year period ending in 2021–2022 was lowered to six.
The appeal case was filed on Monday, and according to the Premier League, it would be considered “expedited.”.
Two points above the drop zone, in 16th place in the standings, is Sean Dyche’s team.
With the goal of separating themselves from the relegation zone, the Blues will travel to play Chelsea in the league on Monday (kick-off at 20:00 BST).
Who will lose in the battle for survival in the Premier League?
Clubs are allowed to lose £105 million over a three-year period under the Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR).