Arteta eyes Calafiori & why Man United want Zirkzee

The Athletic FC Podcast

07/09/24

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Manchester United are working to finalise a deal for Bologna forward Joshua Zirkzee.

His performances in Italy have earned him a spot in the Dutch squad for the Euros.

So is Zirkzee an upgrade on United’s existing forward options?

Or could they be about to make a move for a more experienced Premier League striker?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: David Ornstein and Carl Anka

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

Producer: Mike Stavrou

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Should England drop Kane?

July 8, 2024

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England are through to the semi-final at Euro 2024 after seeing off Switzerland on penalties. Yet for Gareth Southgate’s side there were familiar problems in Dusseldorf with Harry Kane again struggling to make an impact.

No doubt he’ll start Wednesday’s semi-final against the Netherlands but should he?

Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's senior football writer Oli Kay as well as Jacob Whitehead to discuss Kane's role ahead of Wednesday's meeting in Dortmund.

Football tactics writer Ahmed Walid also drops in to join in the conversation around the rest of the semi-finalists leading forwards while Pol Ballus explains the importance of Alvaro Morata to Spain both on and off the pitch.

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: Oli Kay, Jacob Whitehead and Ahmed Walid

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

Producer: Guy Clarke

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How will Liverpool benefit if FSG buy Bordeaux?

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On Friday, Arne Slot was officially unveiled as head coach in a new era at Liverpool.

Yesterday, The Athletic reported that the club’s owners FSG are interested in purchasing French club Bordeaux. So what is the plan, and how would it benefit Liverpool?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: James Pearce, Matt Slater

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

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