Why have Spurs spent £40m on Archie Gray?

The Athletic FC Podcast

07/03/24

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Tottenham have won the race for teenage sensation Archie Gray, seeing off competition from the likes of Brentford and Borussia Dortmund.

Leeds United said they were heartbroken after seeing him go - so why did they let their academy star leave?

And what does the signing of Gray tell us about Spurs’ summer transfer policy?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: Nancy Froston and Jay Harris

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

Producer: Mike Stavrou

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Can Newcastle spend now PSR issues are fixed?

July 2, 2024

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Less than a month into this summer’s transfer window, one crucial deadline has already passed as club’s scrambled to comply with PSR.

Amongst those were Newcastle United, so how did they find a way to balance the books?

And what is the situation at St James’ Park for the rest of the summer transfer window?

Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's football correspondent David Ornstein and Newcastle United writer Chris Waugh to analyse a frantic weekend of dealing.

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: David Ornstein and Chris Waugh

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

Producer: Guy Clarke

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July 4, 2024

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Maybe, time is finally catching up with the 39 year old. If that’s the case - is the power and influence Ronaldo has on this Portugal side still worth it?

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Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: Oli Kay and Tim Spiers

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

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