Squawka Talker

Nic English is joined by super-agent Jon Smith to talk about the astronomical finances in the modern game and how football agents are involved in every aspect of the players' lives, their contracts and transfer negotiations.

Where will the Manchester derby be won or lost? How will Pep Guardiola's first visit to Old Trafford as Manchester City boss pan out and why does Jose Mourinho need to win with Manchester United? Squawka Talker host Greg Johnson is joined by Muhammad Butt, Squawka Dave and Greg Stobart to preview the Manchester derby, Arsenal vs. Southampton, Liverpool vs. Leicester, Stoke vs. Spurs and Sunderland vs. Everton. Nic English also drops by to chat to the original super agent, Jon Smith about his new book, "The Deal", and how Andrei Arshavin's transfer changed football forever.

Nic English is joined by Hush Kerai, Natasha Henry and Squawka Talker debutant Felix Keith to discuss Sam Allardyce's first game as England manager. Who impressed, who disappointed and what on earth are we to do about Wayne Rooney? There's also time to talk about which players have lit up the Premier League so far and why.

After a busy transfer deadline day, the Squawka Talker reviews the whole window, picking our signings of the summer, stinkers to watch out for and previewing the most interesting action during the international break. Host Greg Johnson is joined by Muhammad Butt, James McManus and Greg Stobart to chat about all the business and deals of the summer, who did the best in the window and what to expect from the players and clubs who made moves prior to the window slamming shut.

Can Tottenham Hotspur make a late play for signing of the season by moving for Isco? Where will Jack Wilshere head to on loan from Arsenal for the season? And what should England fans expect from the dawn of the Big Sam Allardyce era. Squawka Talker host Greg Johnson is joined by Muhammad Butt, Greg Stobart and Dave "Squawka Dave" O'Brien to chat about what to expect on the last day of the summer transfer window, the teams still with deals to be done and the fate of Jack Wilshere, who is on his way out of the Emirates. There's also chat about Sam Allardyce and the start of his reign as England manager and how he will reshape the national set-up on and off the field.

Where will Joe Hart be off to before the transfer window shuts and which clubs are set to be active in the final days of business? Plus, why you should be watching the Bundesliga this season, rating the Champions League draw and previewing the Premier League. Squawka Talker host Greg Johnson is joined by Greg Stobart, James McManus and Squawka Dave to look at what to expect before the transfer window slams shut, where the best football can be found in the Champions League group stage draw and third weekend of Premier League action and what to look out for in German football this season.

How did Paul Pogba do on his debut, what did everyone make of the first-ever Friday Night Football, what happened to Liverpool against Burnley and why are we still comparing footballers with Olympians? Greg Johnson is joined by Muhammad Butt and Natasha Henry to discuss another weekend's worth of Premier League football, the debate over Olympic values and professional football and what's next for Arsenal and Arsene Wenger after another false start to a new season.

The Premier League is back and with Nic and Greg away, Neil Kingston is joined by Muhammed Butt, Hush Kerai and Oli Young-Myles to review the weekend's action. There was drama amongst the West Ham ranks during their defeat at Chelsea, yet another Arsenal & Liverpool goal-fest and much more. Join us as we dissect the action!

Nic English is joined by Amar Singh and Squawka Talker regular James McManus to discuss Liverpool's pre-season, their relatively cautious transfer window and what are the expectations for Liverpool this season. There's also time to hear from Jamie Carragher on which players have caught his eye recently and Hari Sethi from Anfield Index gives us a fan viewpoint on the current state of Jurgen's squad.

Nic English is joined by Greg Stobart, Oli Young-Myles and Digital Sports Editor at the Evening Standard Rich Parry to wax lyrical about Mauricio Pochettino's Tottenham side. Brimming with young talent, Spurs have been relatively quiet in the transfer market as they look to let their stars from last season impose themselves further on the Premier League. We discuss fan expectations, the balance of the squad and Pochettino's ruthless approach to clearing out sub-par players.

What will success mean for Chelsea this season, and how can Antonio Conte return the Blues to the very top? How far can N'Golo Kante take his new side and who do they still need to sign before the window closes? Squawka Talker host Greg Johnson is joined by Daily Mirror journalist Adrian Kajumba and Squawka Chief Reporter Greg Stobart to discuss how the new manager at Stamford Bridge will bring the good times back to Chelsea. The podcast is also joined by Rory Jennings from ChelseaFansChannel and The Football Republic to offer the thoughts of supporters ahead of a big season in which the club will be hoping to win back Champions League football.

What does success look like for Arsene Wenger in his 20th season as Arsenal manager, and can Granit Xhaka and Mohamed Elneny lay the foundations for a title challenge? Squawka Talker host Greg Johnson is joined by Standard Sport's James Benge and Squawka's Nic English and Hush Kerai to discuss all things Arsenal ahead of a season of increased competition in the Premier League. Le Grove writer Pete Wood also joins the pod on the line to discuss where the fans are at with Wenger, transfers and the club's direction. Will Olivier Giroud hold them back or can the arrival of Xhaka and the emergence of Alex Iwobi and Chuba Akpom make up the difference? And what of the Arsenal defence. With just days left to go until the close of the summer transfer window, the Gunners are short of fit and available centre-backs. Could that cost them? These questions and more are tackled in this special Squawka Talker Arsenal season preview.

Nic English is joined by Greg Johnson, Muhammad Butt and Greg Stobart to preview Manchester United ahead of the upcoming season. The Red Devils have had an incredible summer. Jose Mourinho joined first, quickly followed by all four of his key targets. We discuss the bumpy pre-season, the eye-watering transfers and the tactical permutations available to the Portguese.

Find out why Thomas Muller would be a perfect Olympic cyclist, Olivier Giroud has a secret talent for dressage and why greatness might be all in the mind for top footballers. Host Greg Johnson is joined by Squawka Talker regular James McManus, long-time listener first-time appearance maker Rory Briggs and Amit Katwala, senior writer for Sport magazine and author of the new book on sport and neuroscience, The Athletic Brain. The pod discuss Olympic football, its history and place in the world, on the eve of the start of the men's tournament at Rio 2016, the players to look out for and which footballers would thrive as Olympians in other events besides the beautiful game. Amit also answers questions about his book and the role of neuroscience in elite football and the podcast ends on some quick thoughts on West Ham's future in their new Olympic home.

Nic English is joined by Digital Sports Reporter at the Evening Standard James Benge as well as regulars Greg Johnson and Squawka Dave to discuss how Premier League sides are getting on with the dual task of improving fitness and securing transfers.

Squawka Talker host Greg Johnson is joined by Greg Stobart and James McManus to talk about all the latest transfer deals and rumours involving Arsenal, Manchester United, Manchester City, Everton and the other big clubs in Europe. Juventus expert Adam Digby phones in from Turin to shed some light on Paul Pogba, Gonzalo Higuain and why Juventus should be one of the favourites for the Champions League and listener questions are answered.

Nic English is joined by Squawka Dave and Muhammad Butt to have a lively debate about which manager is top dog in Manchester. Covering tactics, youth development, transfer policy, legacy and personality we get to the bottom of who is superior at what and the eery similarities between the two rivals.

Nic English is joined by Amar Singh, Greg Stobart, James McManus and Greg Johnson to look at new England manager-in-waiting Sam Allardyce's potential to succeed. Who will be picked, who will be dropped and most importantly - does this mean England are a mid-table club?

Squawka Talker host Greg Johnson is joined by Greg Stobart and Muhammad Butt to talk pre-season: friendlies, transfers, training and the other elements that go into preparing for a successful league campaign. The pod discuss the first few friendly results and whether any conclusions can be drawn from their outcomes, why Pep Guardiola and Manchester City have scheduled fewer games than their opponents and the key ingredients that go into a successful pre-season. Transfers are also on the agenda. Why N'Golo Kante chose Arsenal over Chelsea? What's the latest with Paul Pogba? Will Liverpool's short-term move for defensive cover come off? Where might Sofiane Boufal and Georges-Kévin Nkoudou be going this summer? Plus who are the winners and losers of pre-season so far?

Squawka Talker host Greg Johnson is joined by Amar Singh, James McManus and Oli Young-Myles to look back at the tournament that was Euro 2016. Were Portugal worthy of their win, what happened to France and how will the competition be remembered in the history of the game? The pod also discuss who they thought were the top players of Euro 2016, the best and worst managerial performances and the games that lit up an otherwise turgid summer of European football.