EFL Squad Cost Ratio
How much can Peterborough United spend?
Under the EFL's Squad Cost Ratio rules, Peterborough United have a
guaranteed spending limit of £5.1m
— 85% of estimated football revenue of £10.2m.
Against their estimated squad cost that is £1.2m short.
Peterborough United: the SCR breakdown
- Estimated revenue (football) estimated £10.2m
- 85% SCR limit (no owner top-up) £5.1m
- Estimated squad cost estimated £6.3m
- Headroom vs 85% limit −£1.2m
Restricted
- squad cost is 62% of revenue
What this means
On these estimates, Peterborough United are spending well above what SCR allows. Closing that gap usually means selling players or growing revenue before they can strengthen further.
Note on this club's figures. 2023-24 revenue estimated ~£10.2m (2024-25 turned over £16m after £5.8m rise). 2023-24 wages £6.56m (64% of revenue, just over old 60% SCMP threshold). 2024-25 profit £2.9m — one of very few profitable L1 clubs. Est. 2025-26 wages ~£121,640/wk (£6.33m/yr). Against est. revenue of £10-16m, SCMP ratio 40-62% — within 50% standard if revenue remains elevated, borderline if it dips. Historically well-run on player trading model. Sources: sentinelsportsgroup.co.uk (revenue/wages), peterboroughtoday.co.uk (profit/debt announcement), sports.yahoo.com (2024-25 profit announcement).
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Figures are illustrative estimates from published accounts and public reporting, not
official SCR submissions. SCR uses adjusted football revenue, which differs from headline
turnover. Last reviewed 2026-05-17.
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