Premier League is ‘open’ to a winter break - but what do football fans think?

New TV rights deal could see a mid-season break introduced in England after the festive fixtures

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December and January are traditionally the busiest months for football in England
(Image credit: Matthew Lewis/Getty Images)

The Premier League has held discussions with the Football Association and the English Football League regarding the introduction of a winter break.

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