Beyond The Back Four

Ever wondered why your club makes "panic buys"? Legendary scout Paul Montgomery reveals the truth behind the January transfer window and why most clubs are in "scattergun mode."In this episode of Beyond The Back Four, Sam Homewood sits down with veteran talent scout Paul Montgomery and football finance expert Kieran Maguire to pull back the curtain on the January transfer window. From the "missed" signing of Didier Drogba to the financial pressures of PSR and FFP, we look at why finding value is harder than ever. If you want to understand how your club really operates behind the scenes, make sure to listen to the full episode and subscribe for more expert football insights. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Clattenburg reveals why VAR failed Chelsea in the Aston Villa clash and Kieran Maguire explains the shock financial logic behind Liverpool selling Mohamed Salah in January.As the Premier League title race heats up, the drama off the pitch is reaching boiling point. From Arsenal’s "dark arts" against Brighton to Manchester United’s midfield crisis under Ruben Amorim, we break down the technical, financial, and officiating truths that the mainstream broadcasts miss. Is Viktor Gyokeres the answer for Mikel Arteta, or has the "small town mentality" finally crept into the Emirates? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What makes the perfect away day? From the "anger" of Elland Road to the best stadium food in the country, we’re answering YOUR questions in this Beyond The Back Four mailbag special.In this special Q&A episode, Sam Homewood is joined by football finance guru Kieran Maguire and Rousing The Kop’s James Brooke to tackle the topics you sent in. We’re moving from the boardroom to the terraces, debating whether Mohamed Salah is still "all in" at Liverpool and which away ends actually live up to the hype. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Legendary referee Mark Clattenburg joins us to break down a chaotic Premier League weekend, revealing why VAR missed a "clear error" in Newcastle vs Chelsea and why Arsenal got lucky at Everton.In this episode of Beyond The Back Four, Sam Homewood is joined by ex-ref Mark Clattenburg, football finance expert Kieran Maguire, and Rousing The Kop’s James Brooke. We dive deep into the financial reality of Chelsea's "hedge fund" model, United's leadership vacuum, and the officiating calls that changed the title race. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Clattenburg makes his pick for the greatest Premier League manager of all-time! Is it Sir Alex Ferguson, Pep Guardiola, or someone else?Welcome to a brand new episode of Beyond The Back Four! This week, the guys dive deep into the ultimate Premier League debate: Who is the greatest manager? We put the debate to former referee Mark Clattenburg, who shares his controversial take on why Pep Guardiola could overtake Sir Alex Ferguson this season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Premier League weekend delivered massive results and controversy, and Mark Clattenburg isn't holding back. Alongside host Sam Homewood, journalist Jack Gallagher, and football finance expert Adam Williams (subbing in for Kieran Maguire), Beyond The Back Four dissects all the biggest talking points. From Arsenal's title statement to the latest financial details surrounding top clubs, this is the essential 30-minute football review. Don't miss Clattenburg's full take on Mo Salah and his brutal assessment of Newcastle's derby failure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who is the GREATEST EVER Premier League player? Host Sam Homewood is joined by referee legend Mark Clattenburg, journalist James Brooke, and finance guru Kieran Maguire to pick their all-time G.O.A.T.s: Rooney, Henry, Cantona, or Shearer.Find out why Clattenburg's pick is pure Premier League history, why Cantona's influence is still felt at Old Trafford, and why one panellist argues their choice "made football sexy." We go beyond goals to look at trophies, influence, and sheer personality. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kieran Maguire and James Brooke join Sam Homewood and Mark Clattenburg to go deep on the finance, the tactics, and the dressing room drama everyone's searching for.Were Mo Salah's comments a calculated final exit move, or just frustration? Kieran has the inside track on the massive fee Liverpool could pocket from Saudi Arabia. Plus, we're asking if Arsenal's title challenge is about to crumble again after a gut-punch loss to Villa, and why Chelsea just can't score a goal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Premier League transfer secrets, untold scouting stories, and unheard moments with Sir Bobby Robson, Sir Alex Ferguson and Sam Allardyce. Paul Montgomery lifts the lid on how deals really happened behind the scenes.This week on Beyond The Back Four, Sam Homewood and Kieran Maguire are joined by legendary scout Paul Montgomery — the man managers called when they needed a hidden gem. From blagging into Ajax and Milan training grounds, to helping Sir Bobby reset Alan Shearer’s role, to the chaos of low-budget recruitment at Portsmouth and Derby.Paul opens up about transfers that nearly happened, players he spotted before anyone else, how Big Sam used stats before anyone else in the Premier League, and his relationship with Sir Alex.All taken from his new book Rough Diamond — https://www.amazon.co.uk/Rough-Diamond-Nightclub-Footballs-Future/dp/1914197941 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam Homewood is joined by ex-ref Mark Clattenburg, football finance insider Kieran Maguire and elite talent scout Paul Montgomery to take you Beyond The Back Four — where the real football conversations happen.From Caicedo’s red and United’s midfield problem, to why Liverpool dropped Salah and who’s actually got cash to spend in January — it’s all here with no fluff and no PR spin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.