Per most recent figures, no club's squad cost limit would have reached the proposed maximum allowed under anchoring

Example squad cost limits using 70 or 85% of relevant income

Note: Red line denotes estimated 'hard' squad cost limit applied to Premier League clubs if anchoring rule is passed.

All figures presented here are indicative, based on historic figures and should not be relied upon for accuracy. They do not represent a club's estimated squad cost limit for 2025-26 or beyond.

All figures used are from 2023-24 with the exceptions of Manchester United (2024-25), Leeds United (2022-23, last season in Premier League) and Sunderland (revenue figure adjusted to reflect Premier League broadcast income). Starred clubs have had 70% UEFA limit applied, all others are 85%.
Source: Estimates from The Athletic, informed by data from club financial statements