Quick Google shows there are some articles from the end of 2022 which suggest it might not be clear cut and that we have come to the attention of UEFA. Doesn't seem to be clear because of the impact of COVID losses and how they are accounted for, alongside other allowable deductions, but it certainly doesn't paint a picture that we're well within FFP.
goon That being said, with our squad profile being so young and the team being fairly complete, the risks associated with overspending on one player are much lower. Rice's athleticism, size and rounded technical ability means he's a pretty safe bet to at least be a decent player.
It's one thing with the average age being so young, but he's coming into a midfield to take minutes from a Xhaka and Partey who are knocking on and might not have many years left as guaranteed first team starters. If we blow a load on him, it could still have a significant impact when it comes to replacing the other and finding Rice a longer term partner, or even replacement, depending how his time goes.
