Aston Villa and Chelsea have faced previous sanctions from UEFA for financial misconduct, with both clubs fined last year. Aston Villa received a substantial fine of approximately £9.5 million due to non-compliance with UEFA's financial regulations, particularly regarding their salary and squad cost limits. The club's penalties were divided into two parts: £4.3 million for exceeding earnings limits and an additional £5.2 million for breaching the squad cost rule.

Recent reports suggest that Aston Villa is on the verge of incurring further penalties from UEFA, as their expenditures on player wages, transfers, and agents could exceed the stipulated maximum of 70% of their revenue. This worrying trend indicates the club's ongoing struggle to align its financial strategies with UEFA's strict regulations, which could lead to severe repercussions if confirmed.

The implications of these potential sanctions extend beyond Aston Villa, placing broader scrutiny on Premier League clubs and their financial management. With UEFA tightening its rules to prevent financial instability, teams like Villa must reassess their spending strategies to avoid future punishments that could impact their competitiveness and financial viability in European competitions.