Real Mallorca have been denied entry into the Europa League after falling foul of Uefa's financial regulations.
Spanish side denied entry for financial reasons
Real Mallorca have been denied entry into the Europa League after falling foul of Uefa's financial regulations.
The Islanders qualified for continental competition after finishing fifth in the Primera Liga last season.
However, they applied to go into voluntary administration in May after amassing debts thought to be in the region of 70million euros.
Uefa have now decided the club should not be allowed to take part in this season's Europa League.
"On the basis of all expert reviews which have been undertaken, the control and disciplinary body ruled that the club does not fulfil the necessary admission criteria," read a statement on
Uefa's website read.
The ruling has left Mallorca considering their options, and they have three days to decide whether or not to appeal.
Mallorca's place in the tournament could now go to Villarreal, who came seventh behind Getafe.
Mallorca surprise
A statement on Mallorca's
official website read: "Uefa's decision is quite surprising in substance and form.
"The club will consider legal steps to follow upon receipt of the resolution in its entirety.
"RCD Mallorca deeply regrets the disappointment that Uefa's decision (which is unprecedented and not understandable) will cause our fans."
Last month, a group headed by former coach Llorenc Serra Ferrer became majority shareholders and swiftly installed Michael Laudrup as first-team coach.
Wimbledon champion Rafael Nadal also become a shareholder in an attempt to help out the cash-strapped club.
