Sheff Utd facing disciplinary probe after rivals complain that investors trying to buy club have already broken rules [Video]

SHEFFIELD UNITED are facing a disciplinary probe after rivals complained to the EFL over their proposed takeover.

A group of US investors are trying to buy the Blades and have been accused of breaking rules by conducting transfer business before completing their takeover.

SunSport has learned the EFL have received reports that representatives of Sheffield United’s incoming owners, a mystery group based in California, have become involved in transfer negotiations.

The EFL are believed to be looking into the matter which could result in disciplinary action.

Birmingham are also being investigated over alleged breaches of EFL regulation 86, as a group seeking to buy the club last year are accused of running operations despite not receiving formal approval or passing the owners and directors test.

The proposed £35m takeover by Maxco subsequently collapsed, but the EFL still charged the individuals involved, with …