Episode 2408: De Jong Tug Of War, City’s List, Barca Believe In Magic
What was it that first attracted midfielder-laden Chelsea to Manchester United target Frenkie de Jong? Whatever it was, Chelsea are clearly in the mood to flex their financial muscles, meanwhile Man City demonstrate the advantages of having a list.
Dermot Corrigan joins us from Spain to talk about the latest from Barcelona and their many levers.
Karim Benzema continued his triumphal march to the Ballon D’Or with a goal in the Super Cup final, while at Barcelona Frenkie de Jong is getting abused by the fans for doing his job. Nevertheless Catalan confidence levels are off the charts…
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