Football Social Daily

Finally, the wait is over. Premier League football is back! With Liverpool v Norwich the curtain-raiser, we ask whether Norwich are geared up for life back in the top flight with an opening day trip to the European Champions. Hollie Shand from Fantasy Football Community (@FFComunity) joins us to give her picks on how to beat your mates at FPL this season. Where is the value on opening weekend? Als...

It's football's version of an Eastenders Christmas Special and Premier League Daily are all over the drama of Transfer Deadline Day. Will Lukaku seal his deal away from Manchester United? Will Tottenham Hotspur bag one of the greatest deadline day deals ever? Will Danny Drinkwater seal his "dream move" to Burnley? Jim Salveson, Joe McGrath and Marley Anderson wrap up all the latest news, cast an e...

Christian Eriksen looks set to leave Spurs for £50m this summer, but with Tottenham linked with Giovani Lo Celso, Philippe Coutinho and Paulo Dybala - could they be stronger without the Dane? The transfer window closes on Thursday - we ask who has done good business and who has had a stinker...Subscribe to the podcast now and never miss a show. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter using the handle...

Crystal Palace's transfer activity this summer has been overshadowed by the uncertain future of Wilfried Zaha, but Roy Hodgson has brought in experienced defender Gary Cahill. How will this strengthen the Eagles ahead of the new Premier League season? Neal Maupay has been banging the goals in for Brentford in the Championship, but can he bring that goalscoring form to the toughest league in the wo...

Exciting times for Everton fans as young Juventus forward Moise Kean has joined the club. Will he be the striker Everton have craved since Romelu Lukaku's departure two summers ago? The Athletic UK's Everton correspondent Greg O'Keeffe (@GregOK) joins us to discuss the fledgling Italian and the Toffees' chances this season. Does anyone really care about the Community Shield? Manchester City fan Ni...

It was another incredible season for Manchester City last time around as they won a domestic treble - but incredibly, NONE of their players have been shortlisted for FIFA Player of the Year. David Mooney from the Blue Moon Podcast (@DavidMooney/@BlueMoonPodcast) gives us his thoughts on City's snub, FFP, and Leroy Sane's future at the club. Arsenal have broken their club record transfer fee by pay...

With under two weeks to go until the Premier League season gets underway it's time to get those fantasy football teams finalised. The Sport Social team take your through some of their perfect picks for the forthcoming season and give you all the stats you need to make that all important Sterling or Salah decision. Join our official league at fantasy.premierleague.co.uk with the league code "AJR338...

Jurgen Klopp has had a quiet summer in the transfer market, but Liverpool have moved to bring in young Fulham star Harvey Elliott. The Anfield Wrap's Mo Stewart (@The_Mighty_Mojo) gives his thoughts on Elliott and the season ahead for the Reds. Bayern Munich have been very open in their admiration for Manchester City's Leroy Sane. Will the German stay at the Etihad, or is a switch to the German ch...

Everton are rumoured to be in the race for Crystal palace winger Wilfried Zaha. We discuss the Toffees' summer businessNewcastle United have broken their transfer record for the second time in less than a year by signing Joelinton from Hoffenheim. How much does that improve the Toon's chances for next season? Tottenham broke their transfer record earlier this summer by signing Tanguy Ndombele from...

Are Spurs stronger? We discuss whether Tottenham are a better side now than last campaign - and if they can keep Harry Kane fit for a whole season. Also, we ask what are the chances of a Gareth Bale return to North London, in the midst of a hostile Real Madrid exit. Sheffield United have broken their transfer record for the third time this summer by signing Lys Mousset from AFC Bournemouth. Are th...

As protests at Arsenal intensify about Sam Kronke's running of the club Premier League Daily speaks to one of the key signatures on the petition demanding change: Michael Price from youaremyarsenal.com and ask... "Do Arsenal fans REALLY have much to complain about".We also discuss the on/off transfer of Leicester City defender Harry Maguire to Manchester United, Ravel Morrison's return to English...

The big story of the day is all about Leicester City defender Harry Maguire who is off to Manchester United for a free thought to be around £80million... but is he worth the status of "World Most Expensive Defender" and is it good business for The Foxes? We also talk about the future of Paul Pogba at Old Trafford, wonder if Manchester City really need to strengthen this season and ask when the hel...

Manchester United have it all to do if they want be considered top 4 contenders next season. Bleacher Report's Rob Blanchette joins us to discuss the situation at Old Trafford and his thoughts on how the club can progress. Newcastle United still haven't replaced Rafa Benitez, with the club due to begin their pre-season tour - although it's thought Steve Bruce is close to getting the job. Toon fan...

Marko Arnautovic has finally got his move out of West Ham United. Will he be missed at the London Stadium? Paul Pogba speculation continues to mount. What is the best solution for Manchester United? Reports claim Rangers boss Steven Gerrard has rejected Mike Ashley's request to make him the new Newcastle United manager. Would Gerrard be a good fit at St James' Park? Don't forget to follow us on Tw...

After becoming the first Premier League side in a decade to retain their title, Manchester City have further strengthened with two new additions - Angeliño and Rodri. Manchester City correspondent Sam Lee gives us the lowdown on the Blues' thinking behind the moves. After Rafa Benitez left St James' Park last week, Newcastle have now lost Ayoze Perez to Leicester City in a £30m deal. Who, if anyon...

After losing Aaron Wan-Bissaka to Manchester United for £50m, Crystal Palace are holding firm on any sale of Wilfried Zaha amid reported interest from Arsenal. Dan, a Palace fan who runs website and podcast 'Hopkin Looking To Curl One' (@HLTCO on Twitter) joins us to give his take on the Zaha predicament at Selhurst Park. Marcus Rashford has put pen to paper on a new deal at Manchester United wort...

Our Sport Social guests take a look at the biggest transfer stories from the week's footballing press. With Everton's capture of Andre Gomes from Barcelona, what are the Toffees' targets for next season? Chelsea sign Kovacic before the embargo kicks in - smart move or panic buy? Manchester United look like they have finally got their man in Crystal Palace's Aaron Wan-Bissaka, but could Romelu Luka...

Rafael Benitez's departure from St. James' Park was the latest episode in the drama that is the Mike Ashley era at Newcastle United. Sport Social's Jim Salveson and Niall McCaughan chatted with lifelong Newcastle fans Marley Anderson and Phil Hudson about the current situation at NE1 in this special Toon-focused edition of Premier League Daily. Managers, owners, finances and players - what's next...

Newcastle United won't be managed by Rafael Benitez next season after being unable to agree on a new contract. What next for the Toon now they are managerless so close to the start of pre-season? We hear from Newcastle fan Phil Hudson who found out the news whilst recording the podcast. VAR is causing controversy yet again, this time in the FIFA Women's World Cup. With VAR set to be introduced in...

Our Sport Social guests take a look at the biggest transfer stories from the week's footballing press. Is Rodri set to become Manchester City's latest addition, are West Ham willing to sell Issa Diop to Manchester United, and is there a chance of a mass exodus at Tottenham this summer? Plus Niall McCaughan, Jim Salveson and Adam Brown chat about spotting footballers on their holidays and the Leagu...

There is speculation regarding Paul Pogba's Manchester United future after recent comments he made at a sponsor's event. Will Pogba be on his way out of Old Trafford this summer? Juventus have confirmed the capture of Maurizio Sarri from Chelsea. Why did it not click for the Italian, and who fills the vacant managerial role at Stamford Bridge? Aston Villa have signed Brazilian striker Wesley from...

Our Sport Social guests take a look at the BIGGEST Transfer stories from the week's footballing press. Is Danny Rose leaving Tottenham Hotspurs, who are Manchester United going to be signing this season and who is going to sort out Arsenal's terrible defence before the start of the season? Plus, Jim Salveson (@Mr_Jimbob), Phil Hudson (@lovetheturret), Niall McCaughan (@NiallPFC) and Marley Anderso...

Eden Hazard has agreed to join Real Madrid from Chelsea for £88m - have the Blues undervalued him, and who can fill his shoes as the next star man at Stamford Bridge? Manchester City man Bernardo Silva picked up the UEFA Nations League Player of the Tournament award on his way to glory with Portugal, but how does Gareth Southgate improve his England squad of Premier League stars? Benfica's Joao Fe...

Niall McCaughan is joined by die hard Manchester United fans Joe McGrath and Alex Boardman to look back at Manchester City's Premier League title defence. The guys chat about how City managed to hold off Liverpool and retain their Premier League crown, as well as look at a disappointing end to the season for United, as they lost 2-0 at home to Cardiff City.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and o...

Niall McCaughan is joined by Steven McInerney and Jay Motty for the Manchester Football Social's final Friday show of the 2018-19 season. The guys discuss City wrapping up their title defence at Brighton and United's end to a strange season at home to Cardiff this weekend. They look ahead to the summer, and possible transfer targets for the two sides, as well as a look back at their highlights fro...