how about this for an idea...

At the end of each season there could be 1 days automatic rest where as you suggested you could have a think about what you want to achieve and what type of player you need to purchase or release Etc. Then on the second day you would then play the preliminary cup first match as well as have the draw for the upcoming Champions league (for those who qualified) so as to get a look at your group and make decisions accordingly. Then on the third day play the second leg of the preliminary cup game and draw for the leagues is made. The first game of which is played on day four along with the first Champions league match. Then the season plays out as it currently is with a maximum of 2 games a day.