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Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy is reportedly pushing for a reduction in the number of Premier League fixtures by decreasing the number of teams in the division.

Spurs struggled with injuries throughout last season, and their squad appeared stretched between domestic and European competitions. Levy previously expressed at the club’s annual fan forum in September that he favors a Premier League with fewer matches but greater overall quality.

He seems to prefer facing stronger, more high-profile opponents rather than lower-ranked teams with less appeal, suggesting that a reduced fixture list could benefit both player welfare and the club’s commercial interests.

Echoing Concerns Over Player Workload

Levy’s views align with recent proposals from players’ union FIFPro, which unveiled a 12-point plan created by medical and performance experts to protect player health. This plan includes recommendations for proper off-season breaks, blackout periods during the season, structured pre-season routines, and workload limits for younger players.

Focus on Commercial Value and Global Reach

Football finance expert and Price of Football podcast host Kieran Maguire also touched on Levy’s stance. Speaking to TBR, Maguire claimed Levy would prefer a trimmed-down Premier League featuring more high-caliber teams to enhance the club’s brand and revenue.

“They want a smaller Premier League because it opens up more time for lucrative pre- and post-season tours,” Maguire explained. “Tottenham are a global brand and don’t want to spend time facing clubs like Bournemouth or Crystal Palace when there are bigger financial opportunities elsewhere.”

He added that with the Club World Cup expanding and Champions League formats potentially increasing the number of games, the domestic calendar could benefit from being less congested.

The idea of an 18-team Premier League could gain traction as it would not only offer players more rest but also provide clubs with more high-profile matchups—something Levy seems to believe would improve both performance and profits.