Jordan Pickford has become the first person connected to Everton to speak publicly about the club being referred to an independent commission by the Premier League.
The Blues have been referred to the commission over an alleged breach of profit and sustainability rules. The Premier League did not reveal the specifics of the club's alleged breach, other than saying it occurred in the period ending with the 2021/22 season.
Following the announcement by the Premier League, Everton released a statement in which they issued a defiant riposte, insisting they are "entirely confident" that the club "remains compliant with all financial rules and regulations."