Fans will notice no Premier League matches are scheduled for January 10-13, despite it traditionally being an EPL matchday. The Sporting News explains the reason behind this break.

The January transfer window is official open, giving all 20 Premier League clubs the chance to bolster their squads for the second half of the season. The winter transfer window promises exciting, unpredictable signings and departures across the English top-flight.

Chelsea suffered a poor end to 2024 and travel to Selhurst Park on Saturday looking for a Premier League win over Crystal Palace to start the new year with three points. Enzo Maresca's side lost to both Fulham and Ipswich Town and are now 10 points behind league leaders Liverpool who also have played one game less despite the Blues winning eight consecutive games post-November internationals.

Enzo Maresca has named his Chelsea side to face Crystal Palace in the Premier League for their first game of 2025.

The Crystal Palace captain and England international has entered the last 18 months of his contract and suitors are emerging once again