Premier League referees' salary amid David Coote's controversial video

• David Coote is facing serious punishment following a video that allegedly showed him insulting Liverpool and their former coach
• The 42-year-old was immediately suspended pending investigations, with many saying his career in the Premier League is over
• Top-level referees in England like Coote earn a hefty salary, but their integrity will now be a topic of discussion

This week's football discourse has been dominated by David Coote's controversial video, which allegedly shows him insulting former Liverpool coach Jurgen Klopp.

A new video allegedly showed Coote snorting white powder during the 2024 European Championship.

Being the richest football league, most referees in the English top flight, like Coote, earn a hefty salary.

Premier League referees have gotten plenty of attention for controversial decisions. Photo by Catherine Ivill - AMA.
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Refereeing body PGMOL, FA, and UEFA are investigating David Coote, who could be sacked or face severe punishment, per Sky Sports.

In light of that controversial story, we look at what referees in the Premier League earn and the possible punishment Coote could face.

What do Premier League referees earn?

Coote is one of the most experienced and senior referees in the Premier League. He has officiated games in the league since 2018.

According to The Mirror, referees earn between £73,191 (Ksh12 million) and £147,258 (Ksh24 million) per year

They also receive £1,116 per game, or £837 if they are on video assistant referee (VAR) duty.

Moreover, referees are entitled to bonuses based on the quality of their officiating. For example, a referee would get a bonus if they got more calls correct.

Coote reportedly earns £100,000 (Ksh16.3 million) per year, and retired referee Mike Dean reportedly also earned around £100,000 per year.

Coote could receive a lengthy suspension or even be sacked as an official.

Premier League legends on Coote video

Legit.ng earlier reported that Gary Neville, Roy Keane, Jamie Carragher, and Ian Wright shared their thoughts on Coote's predicament.

Keane and Neville agreed that Coote shouldn't be fired but receive a suspension, while Carragher and Wright don't see how Coote can work in the Premier League again.

Webb admits VAR error in Man United vs West Ham

Legit.ng also reported that the head of the PGMOL, Howard Webb, admitted that a VAR error led to West Ham beating Manchester United.

The penalty decision saw Man United lose 2-1, which resulted in Erik ten Hag's dismissal as coach.

Source: TUKO.co.ke