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Pete and Dharms are joined by European football writer Tom Williams as they assess the situation at Manchester United, with Adrien Rabiot closing in on a move to Old Trafford. They discuss what the France international will bring to United before chatting about the club’s overall transfer strategy after they pulled out of a surprise move to sign Marko Arnautovic (06:09). It could be a busy final few weeks for Chelsea, with Wesley Fofana their main target. But one player that will not be at Stamford Bridge next season is Timo Werner after he re-joined RB Leipzig (26:01). The panel discuss what went wrong for him in the Premier League before Dharms rounds up the rest of the transfer news and Pete delivers his final thought (39:32). Transfer Talk is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/transfer-talk You can listen to Transfer Talk on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play Transfer Talk". For all the latest football news, head to skysports.com/football For advertising opportunities email: [email protected]

Journalist Andy Mitten joined Joe Molloy on Monday's Off The Ball to assess Manchester United's defeat to Brighton, and discuss Adrien Rabiot, Marko Arnautovic and the other players United are rumoured to be interested in signing.

Marcus, Vish and Luke revel in the Premier League's glorious return, as Man United's turgid defeat to Brighton nudges them closer to signing famously amicable moron, Marko Arnautović. Yakubu's up next! Elsewhere, Erling Haaland did his best Aleksandar Mitrović impression with two imperious goals, while Newcastle's handsome hunks got them off the mark and Mike Dean's influence is trickling down the leagues! Tweet us @FootballRamble and email us here: [email protected]. Sign up for our Patreon before the end of August and get 15% off an annual membership! Plus exclusive live events, ad-free Rambles, full video episodes and loads more: patreon.com/footballramble ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday throughout the Premier League season and every day throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The unstoppable Danish train rolls on, as Wales become the latest team to be swept aside by Kasper Dolberg 'n co. Jules, Vish and Jim wonder where it all went wrong for Robert Page's side and find even more reasons to love the Italians, as they knocked out wannabe villain Marko Arnautović and Austria. We'll be releasing even more shows throughout the Euros! Make sure you're subscribed to our feed in your podcast app so you don't miss a thing across the tournament! Search ‘Football Ramble’ on social media to find us, and email us here: [email protected]. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday throughout the Premier League season and every day throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Davies-Adams, Michael Cox and Sasha Goryunov are here as Wales arrive, Russia aren't Finnished, and Italy are livin la vida loca-telli. First to Baku where Wales are beaming after their 2-0 victory over Turkey, we ask if this was one of the most impressive performances so far As for Russia well they arrived too in St Petersburg and grabbed their first three points. Will a win be enough to see teams through to the knockout stages though? And Italy gain a load of backers after their dominant performance over Switzerland - but should we believe the hype? Elsewhere it's a big day for Denmark tomorrow as they play Belgium in Copenhagen. We speak with Danish commentator Niels Harild about the mood in the country. It's an Arnautovic-less Austria taking on The Netherlands - will Frank de Boer give us more of the same chaos? And finally Sasha brings a big tactics lesson on Ukraine v North Macedonia. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Turkey 0-2 Wales (02m 30s) • PART 2a: Finland 0-1 Russia (11m 00s) • PART 2b: Italy 3-0 Switzerland (16m 00s) • PART 3a: News! (22m 30s) • PART 3b: Denmark v Belgium preview with Niels Harild (24m 00s) • PART 3c: Austria v Netherlands preview (32m 30s) • PART 3d: North Macedonia v Ukraine preview (37m 00s) • PART 4: The odds with Paddy Power (40m 30s) • PART 5a: Ramos and Rafa on the move (44m 00s) SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC FOR £1 A MONTH FOR YOUR FIRST 6 MONTHS: • theathletic.com/totally GET IN TOUCH: • follow us on Instagram • find us on Facebook • send us a tweet: @TheTotallyShow PARISH NOTICES: • we’re sponsored by Paddy Power - home of the Money Back Special READ STUFF ON OUR WEBSITE: • check out thetotallyfootballshow.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Davies-Adams is in the hot seat in the company of Carl Anka and Daniel Storey after a dazzling Day 3 at Euro 2020. England exercise real control and relaxation in their opening game as they defeat Croatia at Wembley. A great day for Phillips and Mings as Southgate’s team selection is completely vindicated. And he can afford to not even use Grealish or Sancho. Netherlands and Ukraine contest the game of the tournament so far as the Dutch win 3-2 in Amsterdam. And an angry Arnautovic seals victory for Austria over North Macedonia. Which is more interesting than their kit or nickname. Scotland’s first tournament game in 23 years is against the Czech Republic on Monday. The most important game they’ll play in this group stage? And Spain and Sweden face off in Group E with Morata and Isak both looking to show their worth. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: England 1-0 Croatia (03m 30s) • PART 2a: Netherlands 3-2 Ukraine (19m 00s) • PART 2b: Austria 3-1 North Macedonia (23m 00s) • PART 3a: Scotland v Czech Republic preview with JJ Bull (29m 00s) • PART 3b: Spain v Sweden preview with Frida Fagerlund (39m 00s) • PART 3c: Poland v Slovakia preview (47m 30s) • PART 4: The odds with Paddy Power (50m 00s) • PART 5: On This Day – Pearce versus headbutts (52m 30s) SIGN UP TO THE ATHLETIC FOR £1 A MONTH FOR YOUR FIRST 6 MONTHS: • theathletic.com/totally GET IN TOUCH: • follow us on Instagram • find us on Facebook • send us a tweet: @TheTotallyShow PARISH NOTICES: • we’re sponsored by Paddy Power - home of the Money Back Special READ STUFF ON OUR WEBSITE: • check out thetotallyfootballshow.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Tom White is joined in studio by Sky Sports News reporter Dharmesh Sheth and Sky Sports football writer Nick Wright to discuss why Manchester United’s pursuit of Sporting Lisbon midfielder Bruno Fernandes could become costly (02:06). Dharmesh also reveals why David de Gea could be staying put at Old Trafford. Spanish football expert Dermot Corrigan joins to analyse Atletico Madrid’s £113m move for Joao Felix (18:03), why Jan Oblak is still not happy there (26:00) and explains Barcelona’s plan to sign Neymar and Antoine Griezmann (29:35). Paul Merson calls in to assess Chelsea’s top-four chances under new head coach Frank Lampard (39:25). And Dharmesh offers an update on the futures of Chelsea academy graduates Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Callum Hudson-Odoi (52:16). The soap opera that is Marko Arnautovic at West Ham is coming to an end – the panel explain who could replace him (57:37). And we bring you up to date with all the latest transfer news from across Europe - with Liverpool, Aston Villa, Leicester, Sheffield United and Juventus all featuring (1:03:20). Transfer Talk is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/transfer-talk You can listen to Transfer Talk on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play Transfer Talk". For all the latest football news, head to skysports.com/football For advertising opportunities email: [email protected]

Join us in the bath as we look over a fantastic weekend of FA Cup action, featuring a babyfaced post-match assassination, yet another goal for Andros Townsend, and more VAR-inspired bees. There’s also an incongruous appearance from Mr. Socko, a heartwarming display of loyalty towards Nigel Clough and a welcome discussion about Wham bars. Search ‘Football Ramble’ on social media to find us, and email us here: [email protected] ***Please take the time to rate and review us on iTunes or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Further reading: Manuel Pellegrini was “ashamed” of West Ham’s loss to AFC Wimbledon: https://www.theguardian.com/football/2019/jan/26/manuel-pellegrini-ashamed-west-ham-afc-wimbledon-fa-cup-marko-arnautovic-new-contract Could Ole Gunnar Solskjaer get the Man United job full time? https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/premier-league/manchester-united-news-next-manager-ole-gunnar-solskjaer-pochettino-zidane-team-news-transfer-a8750051.html Mauricio Pochettino still thinks Spurs are doing pretty well: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/47023639 The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday throughout the Premier League season and every day throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Laura Woods is joined by Dharmesh Sheth and Michael Bridge to discuss Sven Mislintat’s imminent departure from Arsenal and how that could affect the club’s transfer plans (01:14). Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi is set to reject a new £85,000-a-week contract – so will the Blues be pushed to sell him with less than 18 months remaining on his current deal? (09:48) The ongoing saga involving Marko Arnautovic took another couple of twists over the weekend – the panel discuss whether West Ham will continue to push ahead with a deal for Uruguay striker Maxi Gomez even if Arnautovic remains at the club (17:10). EFL expert George Elek joins the panel to chat about the five players that could make the step up to the Premier League in the near future (26:55), while MLS expert Andrew Wiebe gives us the inside track on Rangers target Matt Polster (35:47). Transfer Talk is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/transfer-talk You can listen to Transfer Talk on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play Transfer Talk". For all the latest football news, head to skysports.com/football For advertising opportunities email: [email protected]

Host Laura Woods is joined by Dharmesh Sheth and Adam Bate to break down Atletico Madrid's move for Alvaro Morata and to discuss whether Gonzalo Higuain will be the man to replace him at Chelsea (1:28). Belgian football journalist Kristof Terreur joins the show to discuss Eden Hazard's desire to join Real Madrid (11:30), why Michy Batshauyi wants to join Monaco (13:02) and Arsenal's interest in Yannick Carrasco (15:02). The panel react to Petr Cech's retirement (19:25) , before discussing Marko Arnautovic's desire to quit West Ham for China (22:48) and whether the Hammers can beat off interest from Chelsea to sign Bournemouth's Callum Wilson as a replacement (24:25). Finally, Sky Sports News Northern reporter Tim Thornton joins the show to react to David Wagner's surprise exit from Huddersfield Town (31:40) and to discuss Leeds United's plans for the January transfer window (34:30). Transfer Talk is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/transfer-talk You can listen to Transfer Talk on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play Transfer Talk". For all the latest football news, head to skysports.com/football For advertising opportunities email: [email protected]

Tom White is joined by Michael Bridge to discuss Thibaut Courtois’ uncertain future at Chelsea (01:46) as well as the Blues’ pursuit of Napoli manager Maurizio Sarri. Spanish football expert Rik Sharma joins the show to discuss what Zinedine Zidane’s departure from Real Madrid means for Mauricio Pochettino, Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale and also sheds light on the future of Antoine Griezmann (08:10). Sky Italy’s Ghilda Pensante provides an update on Manchester City’s move for Jorginho (24:55) before the panel discuss Manchester United’s surprise interest in Marko Arnautovic (32:18). Finally, Rob Dorsett phones in to tell us the surprise club interested in Aston Villa’s Jack Grealish (39:00) and give his thoughts on Frank Lampard becoming Derby County boss (42:44). Transfer Talk is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/transfer-talk You can listen to Transfer Talk on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play Transfer Talk". For all the latest football news, head to skysports.com/football For advertising opportunities email: [email protected]

Happy Easter you lot! We drag ourselves to the studio even on a Bank Holiday to bring you news of Alan Pardew’s departure from West Brom, David Wagner’s relaxed attitude towards the relegation battle and Man City preparing their championship champagne. Elsewhere there’s some ‘instinctual’ reactions from Marko Arnautovic, some unsurprising contractual stipulations from Ronaldinho and, of course, the gift that keeps on Kevin. Search ‘Football Ramble’ on social media to find us, and email us here: [email protected] ***Please take the time to rate and review us on iTunes or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Further reading: Pochettino is changing the mentality at Spurs: https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/premier-league/tottenham-news-mauricio-pochettino-chelsea-things-we-learned-eriksen-alli-goals-miguel-delaney-a8284751.html Marko Arnautovic has no sympathy for Mark Hughes: http://www.skysports.com/football/news/11685/11313663/west-hams-marko-arnautovic-has-no-sympathy-for-former-boss-mark-hughes Zlatan makes an instant impact: https://www.theguardian.com/football/2018/apr/02/los-angeles-derby-lafc-la-galaxy-mls-zlatan-ibrahimovic-soccer The Football Ramble, the original and best football podcast. Brand new podcasts every single weekday throughout the Premier League season and every day throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.