By Amitai Winehouse For Mailonline
Published: 18:46 GMT, 21 January 2019 | Updated: 18:46 GMT, 21 January 2019
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Leeds United are unlikely to be hit with a points deduction over the 'spygate' controversy.
A member of Leeds staff was caught attempting to watch Derby train prior to their match last week. Manager Marcelo Bielsa then admitted he had sent the member of staff and added last week that he had done this for every team in the Championship this season.
The FA and EFL are both investigating the incident. The Football League could charge Leeds under rule 83, which allows for a fixed penalty - a fine or deducting money from central payments - or ask for the case to be referred to the FA. They also have scope under their club charter.
Marcelo Bielsa's Leeds are unlikely to be hit by a points deduction over the 'spygate' scandal
Sportsmail understands the FA have not ruled out any possible punishment in that case - including a points deduction.
On Friday, Bristol City's owner Steve Lansdown called for one: 'They ought to seriously consider it but I don't think that will happen as I don't think the EFL will be strong enough to do something like that.'
