Weekend Preview: Chelsea head to St James' Park, Nathan Jones makes Premier League bow & will Arsenal be top for Christmas?

Liverpool cool on Sancho & Pep's transfer targets: 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. by The Athletic FC Podcast

42 min listen

Why Levy swapped Poch for Mourinho - plus the latest on futures of Xhaka, Emery, Silva & Sancho: Mark Chapman & The Athletic's David Ornstein bring you 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. by The Athletic FC Podcast

47 min listen

BONUS POD: Arteta Latest: The Athletic's David Ornstein brings you the very latest as Mikel Arteta holds talks with Arsenal about succeeding Unai Emery as manager. Listen to the full interview with David on The Athletic's Arsenal podcast Handbrake Off. by The Athletic FC Podcast

9 min listen

The Athletic Transfer Daily - Monday 20th January: Are Jose Mourinho and Daniel Levy seeing eye to eye over the January transfer window... And why is it so difficult to find an understudy to Harry Kane? The Athletic's Spurs writer Charlie Eccleshare joins Jacqui Oatley to discuss... Plus, the inimitable Phil Hay on Leeds, Bielsa and whether their recent slump has cranked up the pressure to add to the squad... And could Man City really swoop for United target Bruno Fernandes? by The Athletic FC Podcast

24 min listen

The Athletic Transfer Daily - Wednesday 8th January: Adam Leventhal is joined by The Athletic's Tottenham writer Jack Pitt-Brooke to discuss Daniel Levy's plans for Mourinho's first transfer window as Spurs boss... The pair also discuss whether the next generation of England stars will continue the recent trend of moving abroad, plus, updates and news from the wider Athletic network regarding Manchester United, Everton, Leeds and beyond! by The Athletic FC Podcast

27 min listen

The Athletic Transfer Daily - Monday 13th January: 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. by The Athletic FC Podcast

26 min listen

The Athletic Transfer Daily - Thursday 9th January: Adam Leventhal is joined by The Athletic's Liverpool writer James Pearce and Oliver Kay to discuss the contrasting transfer strategy at both Merseyside clubs. All the latest transfer news from Arsenal, Newcastle and Brighton too. by The Athletic FC Podcast

29 min listen

The Athletic Transfer Daily - David Ornstein special: Ever wondered how David Ornstein gets his stories?... Adam Leventhal is alongside David as well as the Athletic's Football News & Investigations writer Matt Slater and German football expert Raphael Honigstein, to reveal some January transfer truths... The group also assess whether the Premier League transfer window will be brought back into line with the rest of Europe and the potential changes to FIFA's loan system too. Plus, Peter Rutzler also joins in to discuss Bournemouth's concerning slide down the Premier League table and of course we put your Arsenal-related transfer questions to David too! by The Athletic FC Podcast

34 min listen

The Athletic Transfer Daily - The Window is CLOSED!: 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. by The Athletic FC Podcast

5 min listen

Ferguson's future as Everton boss and who is the front runner for Arsenal?: 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. by The Athletic FC Podcast

38 min listen

The Athletic Transfer Daily - Friday 10th January: Caroline Barker is joined by the Huddersfield Town boss Danny Cowley to explore what this month is really like for managers, and how the window differs from his time at Concord Rangers! Plus, The Athletic's senior writer Dominic Fifield tells us whether clubs in London really do have an advantage in negotiations and how Spurs can replace Harry Kane in the short-term. We also bring you the latest round up from Manchester, Burnley, Watford and across London too! by The Athletic FC Podcast

29 min listen

The Athletic Transfer Daily - Thursday 30th January: On the eve of Deadline Day, Adam Leventhal is joined by The Athletic's Liverpool writer James Pearce to reflect on how some of the biggest names in world football ALMOST ended up at Anfield... Plus, updates from Wolves and Everton before Jack Lang explains why new Manchester United signing Bruno Fernandes will have no trouble dealing with the pressure at Old Trafford. by The Athletic FC Podcast

20 min listen

The Athletic Transfer Daily - Wednesday 15th January: 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! by The Athletic FC Podcast

32 min listen

Who sacked Emery & what's the Arsenal succession plan?: 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 around 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. by The Athletic FC Podcast

43 min listen

Werner to Chelsea: The Inside Story: The Athletic's Adam Leventhal hosts a special bonus podcast to bring you the inside story of how Chelsea have landed Timo Werner from Bundesliga side RB Leipzig. Adam is joined by Athletic’s football correspondent David Ornstein, German football writer Rafa Honigstein and Liam Twomey who covers Chelsea. Details include how calls with Frank Lampard helped convince Werner to choose Chelsea, how his Liverpool dream wasn’t possible in the timeframe and how Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was also an option for Chelsea. by The Athletic FC Podcast

32 min listen

The Athletic Transfer Daily - Friday 24th January: 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. by The Athletic FC Podcast

33 min listen

Leeds Hold Off Man United To Signing & Newcastle Takeover Update: 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. by The Athletic FC Podcast

44 min listen

The Athletic Transfer Daily - Winks to Man Utd & Villa's striker search: 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. by The Athletic FC Podcast

28 min listen

An insight into the mind of Mesut Ozil: 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. by The Athletic FC Podcast

37 min listen

The Future of Football: The Premier League's Big Six: 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? by The Athletic FC Podcast

57 min listen

England watch Dortmund starlet, Guendouzi trouble & VAR apology: The Athletic's Mark Chapman, David Ornstein and Jack Pitt-Brooke examine recent VAR controversies from the inside. David reveals another Dortmund player targeted by England with background from Rafa Honigstein. Patrick Boyland reveals the secret behind Everton’s Andre Gomes’ incredible return to fitness and David gives exclusive background on Matteo Guendouzi twice getting into trouble on Arsenal's winter break. by The Athletic FC Podcast

51 min listen

How did Ighalo end up at Utd, who's impressing Arteta, and is there transfer tension at Palace?: 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. by The Athletic FC Podcast

40 min listen

The Athletic Transfer Daily - Wednesday 29th January: Who is Pablo Mari? Adam Leventhal is joined by The Athletic's David Ornstein & Andy Mitten to get the low-down on Arsenal's latest signing... Plus, the latest on Bruno Fernandes impending move to Old Trafford and a takeover at St James Park! David Ornstein also runs the rule over the other big transfer rumours and Spurs writer Charlie Eccleshare profiles Tottenham signing Steven Bergwijn. by The Athletic FC Podcast

26 min listen

Liverpool owners U-turn & exclusive insight on Premier League player meeting: The Athletic's David Ornstein reveals to Mark Chapman exactly what was in the document presented to players from the Premier League ahead of their crunch meeting last weekend and why it caught many by surprise. Liverpool writer Simon Hughes brings insight on the breaking news from inside Anfield after the club reversed their staff furlough decision & apologised to fans. Sunderland winger Duncan Watmore gives an update on his career, back fully fit after a series of injury setbacks and discusses the work he is doing away from the pitch with the charity Common Goal and continuing with his studies that saw him become only the second player with a first class honours degree to play in the Premier League. by The Athletic FC Podcast

52 min listen

The Athletic Transfer Daily - What to expect on Deadline Day: 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' by The Athletic FC Podcast

5 min listen

Pogba new contract possible & why Euro 2020 will move: Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's David Ornstein & Matt Slater who share the conversations they have had with players, managers, agents and executives in reaction to football's suspension due to the spread of coronavirus. Matt also explains the mechanics behind this week's pivotal meetings at UEFA & the Premier League where it is expected that the European Championships will be postponed. The Athletic's Manchester United writer Laurie Whitwell reveals what he has heard from inside Old Trafford about the imminent return of Paul Pogba who could be in line for a new contract. Jack Pitt-Brooke details the latest crisis at Charlton Athletic that has seen the club go from a fresh start with new owners to police being called to settle a boardroom dispute inside two months. by The Athletic FC Podcast

44 min listen

Man City's war with UEFA & Premier League 'Netflix' to launch: The Athletic's Mark Chapman, David Ornstein and Matt Slater analyse Manchester City’s two year ban from Europe; how it happened, what it could mean for the future of the club, its star players and manager Pep Guardiola. Matt details what City have done wrong in they eyes of UEFA and the reasons why - no matter what happens next - the process will have major ramifications for how professional sport is regulated. David also reveals how City players might respond to a ban. Also could the Premier League soon create a 'Netflix' style live streaming service for football fans around the world? Subscribe to The Athletic for ad-free podcasts and get a 40% discount theathletic.com/ornsteinandchapman by The Athletic FC Podcast

57 min listen

Exclusive: Man United Target Striker & What Has Changed at West Ham?: 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. by The Athletic FC Podcast

40 min listen

Exclusive: Danny Ings On England & Chris Hughton On Management: 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 by The Athletic FC Podcast

46 min listen

Raiola Eyes Rashford, Fernandes latest & No England return for Vardy: 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? by The Athletic FC Podcast

40 min listen

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Weekend Preview: Chelsea head to St James' Park, Nathan Jones makes Premier League bow & will Arsenal be top for Christmas?

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