The Premier League have announced new positive Covid-19 tests have more than doubled over the past week, in the wake of the spreading Omicron variant.
17.12.2021 - 12:49 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Premier League clubs are pushing for a festive firebreak to combat the Covid-19 outbreak in squads.
The Manchester Evening News understands clubs are touting the prospect of shutting down matches until the FA Cup third round, which starts on January 7.
The Premier League would not be due to resume until the weekend of January 15, which would mean missing at least three rounds of matches, with a number of clubs already playing catch-up following multiple postponements.
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The Premier League have announced new positive Covid-19 tests have more than doubled over the past week, in the wake of the spreading Omicron variant.
The Premier League has confirmed it plans to continue with the current fixture schedule despite the Covid-19 outbreak that is decimating some squads.
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Manchester United have been handed an opportunity to edge closer to fulfilling the European ambitions this weekend after Tottenham Hotspur's clash with Brighton has been postponed.
Bernardo Silva has been on the top of his game this season, earning calls for him to be named the Player of the Season if his form continues.
Manchester United have been told highly-rated Ajax coach Erik ten Hag would be more suited to the hot seat at one of their Premier League rivals.