In an interview, Bloom pointed out that top clubs like Manchester City and Chelsea played a significant number of games in the summer, followed by a short break before the new season started. He wonders how this would affect their performance as the season progresses.

Bloom also noted that the increased number of European nights, with more games in the Champions League and Europa League, can have a cumulative effect on players. He believes that this gives teams not participating in European competitions an advantage in the Premier League season.

The current calendar is set to run until the end of 2030, with the World Cup taking place next year. This could lead to more injuries among top players who are pushed beyond their limits.