Premier League stars could face sanctions for over the top celebrations that 'cross over into mockery or criticism' of their rivals.

The Premier League are reportedly considering imposing sanctions against goal celebrations which mock oppositions’ players or fans. A report by Sky Sports say the league chiefs are monitoring goal celebrations and pondering whether new rules need to be introduced against celebrations which damage the reputation of the game.

The Premier League has warned that players could face punishment for ‘mockery’ celebrations after Myles Lewis-Skelly mimicked Erling Haaland in Arsenal ’s victory over Manchester City at the weekend.

Some of the celebrations have been very funny [and] entertaining but theres a line, said the Premier Leagues chief football officer, Tony Scholes; Once it crosses over into mockery or criticism, then we would need to deal with it,

Arsenal youngster Myles Lewis-Skelly copied Erling Haaland's celebration after scoring against Manchester City at the weekend and in its wake the Premier League have taken laughable action

The development comes after Myles Lewis-Skelly was criticised for imitating Erling Haaland's famous meditation pose after the youngster scored the third goal in a 5-1 win over Manchester City.

Celebrations of players have caused a stir in recent weeks, with the Everton man booked for impersonating a bird against Brighton