Where have all the elite strikers gone?
28 January - 53 minsAs revealed by David Ornstein on today’s Transfer DealSheet, Aston Villa could be tempted to sell Jhon Duran for around 80 million pounds.
That valuation of the Villa striker got us thinking - what makes a top No.9 in 2025?
And with many teams wanting an elite striker - why is it so hard to find them?
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Mark Carey, Phil Hay & David Ornstein
Executive Producer: Abi Paterson
Producer: Mike Stavrou & Nick Thomson
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43 mins
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Why does everyone want Dean Huijsen?
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50 mins
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38 mins
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Are Leeds ready for the Premier League?
On Monday, Leeds United reclaimed their seat at the top table after two years in the Championship So, what lessons can they learn from their Premier League relegation last time out? And how can they stay up for the long haul this time? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Phil Hay, Beren Cross Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producer: Mike Stavrou & Nick Thomson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
54 mins
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Can Maresca survive at Chelsea without Champions League?
They left it late, but Chelsea grabbed a crucial win in their bid to secure a top five finish, as Tyrique George and Pedro Neto saw the Blues come from behind to win 2-1 at Fulham. Victory at Craven Cottage keeps them in the mix for a return to European football’s elite competition next season. But with fan discontent growing, how important is Champions League qualification for Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea future? Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Chelsea correspondent Liam Twomey to discuss the importance of the win as well as our football correspondent David Ornstein to analyse the pressure on Maresca and look ahead to the summer transfer window. Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Liam Twomey and David Ornstein Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producer: Guy Clarke Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
44 mins
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Man United's Europa League madness & can Villa halt Newcastle's charge?
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39 mins
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