The UK's National Crime Agency (NCA) froze over 10 million pounds ($13.5 million) of cash held by the Premier League. The freeze order, obtained in January 2025, is understood to relate to the first payment from a $140 million sponsorship deal with crypto firm Sorare, which was terminated last season. Law enforcement confirmed no wrongdoing by the Premier League itself, stating the purpose is to prevent dissipation of funds while investigating potential links to alleged third-party criminality. The Premier League sought a court hearing on Monday to vary the terms of the freezing order.