Premier League clubs have discussed the possibility of stopping the season for two weeks in January to prevent a spread in coronavirus cases, according to reports.
Manchester City's trip to Everton was postponed on Monday night after five staff members from the visitors tested positive for the virus, with more Covid-19-related on Tuesday.
The top-flight announced on Tuesday that 18 positive cases were found in their latest round of testing - the highest in a single batch since regular checks began in August.
And according to The Telegraph, Premier League chairmen held informal talks about a temporary break next month in order to protect their players, staff members and the remainder of the football calendar.