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As The Athletic gears up for Awards Night this Sunday, host Adam Leventhal assembles a panel of writers to discuss who should make it into our Premier League Team Of The Year! ... Reckon they're close? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Adam Leventhal brings you a bonus O&C podcast, all about the 6 names on The Athletic shortlist for 'Most Underrated Player'... Senior Writer Dom Fifield, Southampton reporter Carl Anka & Leicester correspondent Rob Tanner present their arguments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's Amy Lawrence, Raphael Honigstein and Ed Malyon to look at the future of the mother of all football tournaments - the FIFA World Cup. Will Qatar hosting in winter and the expansion to 48 teams in 2026 ruin the World Cup as we know and love it? With yet more allegations of corruption surfacing can we really take the tournament seriously anymore? Or will the World Cup continue to unite people and nations despite the controversy and critics? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's David Ornstein, Matt Slater and Ed Malyon for a look at how broadcasters and the billions they pour into the game will emerge from this period of uncertainty, how reliant the clubs are upon them, whether the Premier League are ready to innovate to safeguard their future by going direct to consumers, and how all of the above may effect our community clubs lower down the pyramid Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In a brand new show brought to you by The Athletic Mark Chapman is joined by David Ornstein, George Caulkin and Ed Malyon to discuss the current state of football, debate some of the biggest issues affecting our favourite sport, and hopefully work out how it could be improved upon its return. We start with the Premier League, and in particular the so-called big six. Has the league created a powerbase that enables them to totally dominate? Nearly two thirds of the teams are now left to battle it out to avoid the drop and the subsequent financial oblivion, so what can be done to make the league more competitive and equal? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Mark Chapman, David Ornstein & Matt Slater discuss the latest detail they have from inside the game in reaction to the coronavirus pandemic.Hear how players now broadly accept the idea of playing behind closed doors and understand the role they can play in the community. David also reveals that many players are open to wage deferrals whilst players lower down the pyramid are being supported by the PFA.Meanwhile, The Athletic's Jack Lang tells the tragic story of Ronaldinho, the Brazilian legend who spent his 40th birthday in jail. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's David Ornstein, Mark Chapman & Matt Slater discuss how the Coronavirus could effect football clubs at all levels, from Liverpool lifting the Premier League trophy in an empty stadium to the possibility of lower league clubs folding and the Italian league being cancelled all together. The Athletic's Tim Spiers adds to David's story on Wolves’ pursuit of a new sporting director and how they seem to have got things so right at Molineux. Meanwhile, Matt details how Birmingham City have got things badly wrong. Plus David has news on an international call up for Chelsea’s young starlet Billy Gilmour and the future of Ainsley Maitland-Niles at Arsenal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In an exclusive interview the former Liverpool & Tottenham Sporting Director Damien Comolli speaks to The Athletic's David Ornstein and they cover: Why he signed Jordan Henderson and how the signing played a part in him eventually being sacked His regret at how he and Liverpool handled the Suarez racism case Why Spurs should erect a statue of Daniel Levy What Mourinho needs to do to avoid it all ending in tears at Spurs What it was like inside Liverpool on the day they sold Torres and signed Carroll & Suarez Why Man Utd need a sporting director and an improved football structure Why Arsenal got it wrong hiring Emery and the challenges that Arteta faces going forward Why he thinks Man City are in trouble and could be facing a player exodus if the Champions League ban is upheld Plus he lifts the lid on his recent time at Fenerbahce in Turkey and why he had to leave the club Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In an exclusive interview, Mark Chapman and The Athletic's Football Correspondent David Ornstein speak to the CEO of the Professional Footballers' Association Gordon Taylor about a range of issues affecting the game, the professional players he represents and the organisation he leads.Topics discussed included; his salary, the winter break, the plight of clubs such as Bury & Bolton, dementia and head injuries, recent incidents of racism towards players and how long he intends to stay in his job. Subscribe to The Athletic for ad-free podcasts and get a 40% discount theathletic.com/ornsteinandchapman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Chapman and The Athletic's Football Correspondent David Ornstein sit down with Chris Hughton to discuss how the role of a top level manager has evolved, recent job offers, his surprise with how it ended at Brighton and what a manager does when out of work.In an exclusive, David speaks to the Premier League's hottest striker - Danny Ings - about his chances of playing for England at Euro 2020. Subscribe to The Athletic for ad-free podcasts and get a 40% discount theathletic.com/ornsteinandchapman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's David Ornstein gives Mark Chapman the inside track on how Manchester United went from flirting with Josh King only to end up with Odion Ighalo on deadline day. There is also an update from inside Arsenal including detail on what Arteta is doing to unite the squad, the players that have made the best impression on their new boss so far, and some insight into their evolving relationships with 'super agents'. We're also joined by The Athletic's Dominic Fifield for an in-depth look at Crystal Palace and their frustrating transfer window which included a deadline day dalliance with Jarrod Bowen and an ill-fated pursuit of West Brom's Nathan Ferguson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adam Leventhal wraps up all the big headlines from one of the most eventful and surprising Deadline Day's in recent memory. To catch up with all of today's Deadline Day hourly podcast updates, featuring in-depth discussions about Manchester United, Newcastle, Tottenham and more; use the promo code 'transferpod' for a 40% discount and subscribe to The Athletic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Deadline Day and Adam Leventhal checks in with David Ornstein to find out exactly which clubs he'll be keeping a close eye on...Remember, all-day from 9AM up until the close of the window, Athletic subscribers will receive an HOURLY podcast update from Adam and our network of reporters across the UK and beyond!You can still subscribe to The Athletic for a 40% discount by using the promo code 'transferpod' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1. Liverpool transfers that never happened - 1:52 2. How much is Richarlison worth? - 6:50 3. Wolves latest - 9:20 4. Can Bruno stand the heat? - 10:25 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1. Bruno Fernandes breakthrough - 00:01 2. Ed Woodward & protests - 6:40 3. Pablo Mari - 9:50 4. Steven Bergwijn - 14:30 5. Takeover at St James Park? - 15:40 6. In Other News - 20:10 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jacqui Oatley is joined by The Athletic's Norwich writer Michael Bailey and West Brom writer Steve Madeley, to discuss how two clubs, separated by only one place in the football league pyramid, have approached the January transfer window... Plus updates on Giovani Lo Celso at Spurs, Fernandinho's future at Manchester City and movement at West Ham. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Football Correspondent David Ornstein exclusively reveals to Mark Chapman how Manchester United's enquiry to sign Kévin Augustin was too late and not strong enough to see off Leeds United's bid for the player. There is also an update on United's pursuit of Bruno Fernandes and other targets. A new name is linked to the proposed takeover at Newcastle and The Athletic's Liam Twomey joins the podcast to outline how Roman Abramovich continues to have the final say at Chelsea and why he is likely to remain in place as the club's owner.In the final week of the January window, David provides updates on possible transfers involving Arsenal, West Ham and Tottenham. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1. Edinson Cavani - 00:01 2. Where does the blame lie? - 5:20 3. Fallen Angel Gomes - 8:40 4. Bruno Fernandes update - 12:30 5. Raul Jimenez? - 17:00 6. Pablo Mari - 19:50 7. Eriksen out Bergwijn in? - 21:50 8. Daniel Sturridge - 23:25 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can players ever get their dream move just by being nice?... Adam Leventhal is joined by The Athletic's senior writers Stuart James and Dominic Fifield to shed some light on the lengths players/agents will go to engineer moves away in the transfer window... Robbie Savage downing tools, Arsene Wenger's change of heart and more... Plus, will Liverpool be forced into the market by Sadio Mane's injury, have Leeds finally found a striker and The Athletic's Kieran Theivam reflects on deadline day in the Women's Super League yesterday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adam Leventhal quizzes The Athletic's Leicester writer Rob Tanner on the club's plans for life after Jamie Vardy! Find out how their recruitment has changed since that fairytale title-winning season and if the Foxes are prepared for a summer of interest in breakthrough stars like James Maddison and Wilfred N'Didi... Plus, could Dimitri Payet really be on his way back to West Ham, is Danny Rose leaving Spurs this month AND David Ornstein on Arsenal! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1. A Sterling saga soon? - 00:01 2. Leroy Sane and Bayern Munich - 4:00 3. Why does it take so long?! - 6:00 4. In other transfer news - 12:00 5. Classic transfer sagas - 16:15 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1. Wacky contract clauses - 00:01 2. Life after Zaha? - 14:10 3. In other news - 17:40 4. Chris Wilder still rides the bus - 20:33 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's Football Correspondent David Ornstein sits down with Mark Chapman and reveals the striker Manchester United are keen to sign this window. The Athletic's Sam Lee & Roshane Thomas join the podcast to discuss John Stones' future at City and examine what ten years under the stewardship of David Sullivan and David Gold has brought to West Ham United. There is also background on Arsenal's pursuit of PSG defender Layvin Kurzawa. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1. Daniel & Jose - 00:01 2. Fernandes to City? - 13:10 3. Striker search - 14:00 4. Phil Hay on Leeds - 14:30 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1. Derby & Rooney 1:20 - 2. 'In Other News' 12:00 - 3. The WSL Transfer window 14:20 - 4. Ashley Young and Bruno Fernandes 19:00 - Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1. How to source a transfer story 1:20 - 2. WhatsApp 7:20 - 3. The European transfer window 10:00 - 4. Timo Werner latest 18:30 - 5. FIFA Loan System 20:00 - 6. Bournemouth in trouble 23:00 - 7. Ornstein answers your Arsenal questions 27:30 - Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adam Leventhal is live from The Athletic HQ to bring you the latest on Gedson Fernandes' move to Tottenham... Find out why Norwich aren't spending despite being rooted to the foot of the Premier League table and what Arteta's arrival could mean for the futures of Lacazette and Aubameyang at Arsenal.Plus, how much would Danny Ings cost this month, is Zaha staying at Selhurst Park AND find out what The Athletic Newsroom is really like in January! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will John Stones be reunited with Mikel Arteta at Arsenal? Why doesn't anyone want Jarrod Bowen and where is the Chelsea starlet Conor Gallagher heading this month? Jacqui Oatley brings you right up to speed on all the big stories of the day...Jacqui is also joined by The Athletic's North-East football writer George Caulkin for a fascinating insight into the pitfalls of the January transfer window. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's David Ornstein & Mark Chapman are joined by Leicester City writer Rob Tanner to explain why an England return for Jamie Vardy won’t happen & how the club's transfer strategy with star names including James Maddison will play out. The Athletic's Manchester United writer Laurie Whitwell brings detail on United's pursuit of Bruno Fernandes and insight into the workings of super agent Mino Raiola - could he be adding Marcus Rashford to his talent roster? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jacqui Oatley is joined by The Athletic's Wolverhampton Wanderers writer Tim Spiers to investigate how the club's special relationship with 'super-agent' Jorge Mendes really works...Plus, transfer updates from Spurs, Southampton, Newcastle and West Ham. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Danny Cowley interview - 00:01 In Other News - 13:00 Spurs coping without Kane - 16:00 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Updates from Newcastle, Brighton and Arsenal - 12.10 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Latest from Manchester United - 10:50 Latest from Leeds - 16:40 Latest from Everton - 18:30 Latest from Aston Villa - 21:00 Adam answers your Watford questions - 22:00 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In other news - 5:40 Behind the scenes at the Etihad - 8:50 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's David Ornstein reveals a list of players on Manchester City's radar that includes the Tottenham midfielder Harry Winks. In conversation with Mark Chapman & The Athletic's Dominic Fifield, David also answers questions about the changes Mikel Arteta is already making at Arsenal and where he thinks Norwich City's Tod Cantwell could end up next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first episode of The Athletic Transfer Daily Jacqui Oatley is joined by The Athletic's Manchester United writer Laurie Whitwell for insight into Utd's pursuit of Tottenham's Harry Winks, they also discuss the future of Jesse Lingard after the England midfielder recently joined up with super agent Mino Raiola. The Athletic's Aston Villa writer Gregg Evans also gives us the very latest on injury-hit Aston Villa's search for a striker to replace the stricken Wesley. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's David Ornstein joins Mark Chapman to deliver exclusive background into Arteta's appointment, what the players think and reveals a new name in the frame to join him at Arsenal. The Athletic's Adam Crafton drops in to discuss Ed Woodward's position as Manchester United's CEO and why they still haven't appointed a director of football at Old Trafford. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's David Ornstein joins Mark Chapman to bring you an insight into the mind of Mesut Ozil after the Arsenal star's latest brush with unwanted headlines, we also get details of Jurgen Klopp’s new contract at Liverpool with insight from Simon Hughes, we hear from Rafa Benitez about a possible return to the Premier League and The Athletic's Dominic Fifield shares what he knows about Chelsea transfer targets now their ban has been lifted. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's David Ornstein joins Mark Chapman to examine where Everton go next and what the future holds for interim boss Duncan Ferguson. Oliver Kay is also in the studio to discuss the rise of British managers in the Premier League and David names who he sees as the front runner for the Arsenal job. Subscribe to The Athletic now and get a 40% discount by going to theathletic.com/ornsteinandchapman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic's David Ornstein joins Mark Chapman to deliver unparalleled insight into the sacking of Unai Emery and who will be the next Arsenal manager. The Athletic's Sam Lee is also in the studio to discuss the possibility of Mikel Arteta heading to the Emirates and to give his thoughts on the mood music surrounding Manchester City & Pep Guardiola. The Athletic's Watford writer Adam Leventhal brings the very latest from Watford following his exclusive on the dismissal of Quique Sanchez Flores. Subscribe to The Athletic using the special promo code UKPOD and receive 40% off! Also, subscribers will have access to exclusive episodes. SIGN UP NOW: http://theathletic.com/ukpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Chapman & The Athletic's David Ornstein bring exclusive insight into the week's biggest football stories, including Pochettino's exit and Mourinho's arrival at Spurs, Jadon Sancho's growing unrest at Dortmund and Manchester United's search for a striker. All this plus the latest on the futures of Arsenal boss Unai Emery, his captain Granit Xhaka, and Everton's Marco Silva. TIMINGS 02:00 - What other moves could Pochettino's departure trigger? 04:00 - Is Quique Sanchez Flores really on the brink at Watford? 07:00 - Why did Daniel Levy go for Mourinho and why did he decide to get rid of Pochettino? 10:00 - What role did the agents Pini Zahavi & Jorge Mendes play in the Mourinho deal? 12:30 - Were the Spurs players consulted throughout the whole situation? 15:00 - Will Man Utd renew their interest in Poch? (with The Athletic's Laurie Whitwell) 17:00 - Are Man Utd interested in Erling Haarland, and could Raiola complicate things? 21:00 - Why is Jadon Sancho unhappy at Dortmund and where could he move to? 24:00 - Latest on the future of Unai Emery at Arsenal 27:30 - The Athletic's Patrick Boyland with the latest on Marco Silva's future 32:00 - How active will Spurs be in the transfer window? 37:00 - Latest on the future of Granit Xhaka at Arsenal 39:00 - Has the atmosphere at Arsenal reached boiling point? Subscribe to The Athletic using the special promo code UKPOD and receive 40% off! Also, subscribers will have access to exclusive episodes. SIGN UP NOW: http://theathletic.com/ukpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.