Surgery for Saka

With the January transfer window upon us, ESPN FC's writers around the world take a a look at whether we can expect a busier than usual window ahead.  Recorded before the news of Real Madrid's approach to Liverpool for Trent Alexander-Arnold; James Olley, Mark Ogden and Rob Dawson look at what could happen for the big teams in the Premier League, including a look at Liverpool with Beth Lindop. Ryan O'Hanlon and Bill Connelly look at what the stats tell us about how spending money in January improves performance in the 2nd half of the season, and where the top Premier League clubs might need to strengthen. Alex Kirkland, Rodrigo Faez and Sam Marsden join from Spain to see what Barcelona and Real Madrid could do this month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew continue to react to Manchester United's loss to Newcastle and argue if Ruben Amorim should even be saying that the Red Devils might face a relegation fight this season. Plus, the guys break down why Chelsea have dropped points in their last 3 games and explain why Real Madrid are interested in Trent Alexander-Arnold. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mark Ogden, Rob Dawson and James Olley discuss what’s going wrong for Ruben Amorim at Manchester United as they finish 2024 in their lowest league position since 1990. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew react to Newcastle's 2-0 win over Manchester United and question Ruben Amorim's starting XI. Then, the guys discuss Ipswich Town's 2-0 win over Chelsea and where that leaves Chelsea in the race to finish in the top 4. Plus, a look at Mohamed Salah's comments regarding his contract negotiations with Liverpool. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Julien Laurens and Nedum Onuoha discuss Liverpool’s 5-0 win over West Ham and break down the latest in the ongoing Mohamed Salah contract saga at the club. The guys also discuss Bukayo Saka’s hamstring injury, ask if there’s a title race in Serie A and react to Cristiano Ronaldo’s comments on the problems at Manchester United. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew react to Liverpool's dominant 5-0 victory over West Ham and argue if anyone can stop Arne Slot's team from winning the Premier League title this season. The guys also break down Manchester City finally getting a win in their 2-0 victory over Leicester City and question if Pep Guardiola should sign some reinforcements in January. Plus, Craig Burley explains why he thinks Ange Postecoglou will be sacked despite Tottenham's lengthy injury list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew react to the news that Bukayo Saka is out until March after undergoing hamstring surgery and break down how Arsenal can cope in his absence. Then, the guys discuss Manchester City as Mark Ogden provides details on where they could look in the January transfer window. Plus, a discussion on the futures of Trent Alexander-Arnold and Mohamed Salah at Liverpool. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew react to Arsenal's 1-0 victory over Ipswich Town and praise Kai Havertz for continuing to score goals despite poor runs of form this season. Plus, the guys argue if Joao Pedro should have been sent off for an attempted elbow and question if Ruben Amorim should be on the hot seat at Manchester United. Julien Laurens also explains why Dani Olmo's registration for Barcelona has been rejected. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mark Ogden, Rob Dawson and James Olley are joined on this week’s episode of The Football Reporters by Bill Connelly to take a deep dive into Pep Guardiola’s time at Manchester City ahead of his 500th game with the club, and explain why he’s facing his most challenging period so far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew react to Fulham's 2-1 victory over Chelsea and question manager Enzo Maresca after the Blues dropped all 3 points late in the second half. Don Hutchison also praises Arne Slot after a come from behind victory for Liverpool. Plus, Steve Nicol explains why Manchester United's horrid season is not entirely on new manager Ruben Amorim. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices