Premier League clubs are expressing growing frustration over the Independent Football Regulator's (IFR) increasing costs and the lack of transparency regarding future financial obligations. Initially projected at £10 million annually, the IFR's budget is now believed to be significantly higher, with clubs anxious about the financial implications as government funding will cease by the start of the 2027-28 season. The appointment of the Boston Consulting Group has added to these concerns, as they are considered one of the most expensive management consultancies. Premier League clubs, which reported combined operating losses of £1.65 billion in the 2024-25 season, are particularly wary of additional financial commitments. Legal expenses have also soared, rising 325% from £11.3 million in the 2022-23 season to £48.1 million in 2023-24. The IFR has indicated it will conduct a public consultation to define the levy that will be imposed on clubs, but the exact nature of this levy remains unclear. The ongoing uncertainty reflects the clubs' broader concerns about the IFR, which was established following a fan-led review in 2021.