Transfer Talk

After another dramatic week in Barcelona, host Pete Graves is joined by Dharmesh Sheth and ESPN football expert Julien Laurens to discuss what the future may hold for Lionel Messi after he asked to leave the club (03:51). They analyse the finances behind a possible exit from the Nou Camp and whether a reunion with Pep Guardiola at Manchester City is the next step for the Argentina forward (16:43)....

After a dramatic week at Barcelona, host Pete Graves and Dharmesh Sheth are joined by ESPN journalist Sam Marsden to discuss Lionel Messi’s future (01:52). The arrival of Ronald Koeman as manager is also discussed, including whether the Dutchman is destined to stay beyond the club’s presidential elections in March (12:05). French football expert Jonathan Johnson provides insight on Arsenal transfe...

After another week of twists and turns in the transfer market, host Pete Graves is joined by Dharmesh Sheth and Spanish football expert Terry Gibson to discuss the standoff between Borussia Dortmund and Manchester United over a deal for Jadon Sancho (04:00). Terry analyses the summer plans of Real Madrid and Barcelona – including the players that could leave the Bernabeu (22:02), the future of Gar...

With the transfer window in full swing, host Pete Graves is joined by Dharmesh Sheth and ESPN football expert Gabriele Marcotti to discuss the inner working of Manchester United’s deal to sign Jadon Sancho (02:12) as well as Alexis Sanchez’s departure from Old Trafford (12:32). Arsenal are also on the agenda, with the panel debating whether long-term deals for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Willian...

With the transfer window officially open, host Pete Graves is joined by Dharmesh Sheth, Rafa Honigstein and Terry Gibson to chat about Manchester City's recruitment drive as they close in on Nathan Ake (08:34) and Ferran Torres (18:19). Chelsea are also on the agenda, with the panel discussing the form of Kepa (29:00), their early business and the possible arrival of Kai Havertz (33:10). Mancheste...

Dimitar Berbatov sits down with Dharmesh Sheth to reveal all on the moves that he did and didn’t make during his career. The former striker explains his humble beginnings and how he was nearly forced to sign for a club by a Bulgarian mafia boss. Berbatov discusses how he joined Bayer Leverkusen, their incredible 2000/01 campaign and why he was keen to emulate Diego Maradona at the Bundesliga club....

Jermain Defoe sits down with Dharmesh Sheth to reveal all on the moves that he did and didn’t make during his career. The striker discusses his early beginnings, Harry Redknapp’s role in his controversial move from Charlton to West Ham and working with his childhood idol at the east London club. Defoe opens up on the infamous transfer request handed in 24 hours after West Ham’s relegation and reve...

Paolo Di Canio sits down with Dharmesh Sheth to reveal all on his career, starting with his early beginnings in Italy and time with Lazio, Juventus and AC Milan. The former striker explains how he fulfilled a dream by signing for Celtic and why his time in Scotland lasted only one season. Di Canio discusses the infamous push on referee Paul Alcock, his brief exile from English football and decisio...

Pete Smith is joined by Sky Sports News reporters Dharmesh Sheth and Kaveh Solhekol for a special episode of the Transfer Talk podcast, focusing on the effects that the Coronavirus is having on the game. They discuss the current state of play on when football may return (06:05) and what this could mean for the summer transfer window (15:57). With player contracts set to expire on June 30, the pane...

Michael Ballack sits down with Sky Sports News reporter Dharmesh Sheth to reveal all on his career. The former Germany captain explains the early beginnings of his career, including winning the Bundesliga title with newly-promoted Kaiserslautern as well moves to Bayer Leverkusen and Bayern Munich. He discusses missing out on moves to Real Madrid and Barcelona before explaining his decision to join...

Harry Redknapp sits down with Dharmesh Sheth to reveal all the deals that did and didn't happen during his managerial career. The former West Ham manager explains how he nearly brought Andriy Shevchenko to Upton Park, the battle he faced to sign Paolo Di Canio and bringing through the likes of Rio Ferdinand, Frank Lampard, Michael Carrick, Joe Cole and Jermain Defoe. He reveals why he was lured ba...

Former striker Henrik Larsson sits down with Sky Sports News reporter Dharmesh Sheth to reveal all on his career. Larsson discusses how his move to Celtic materialised and what Martin O’Neill did to transform the team into treble winners. He explains why he stayed loyal to Celtic despite interest from Manchester United and the reasons behind his departure to Barcelona in 2004. Larsson discusses hi...

Former Chelsea strikers Eidur Gudjohnsen and Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink join Jo Wilson and Dharmesh Sheth for part two of our special episode in front of a live audience. They recall how they both joined Chelsea in 2000, with Eidur revealing the Premier League club he could have moved to before making his switch to Stamford Bridge. The pair explain how their scoring partnership was formed, what it wa...

Former Chelsea strikers Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink and Eidur Gudjohnsen join Jo Wilson and Dharmesh for a special episode in front of a live studio audience in London. They assess the winners and losers from the January transfer window (09:10) and discuss Chelsea’s lack of business (14:05). The panel debate why Manchester United are struggling under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer (27:17) and give their views o...

Dutch football journalist Marcel van der Kraan gives the inside track on Steven Bergwijn's move to Tottenham and explains why he believes the Netherlands forward will be a success in the Premier League (04:51). The panel also discuss whether Giovani Lo Celso is a ready made replacement for Christian Eriksen following the Denmark international's move to Inter Milan (15:19). Sky Sports News north-ea...

After a difficult week for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, United We Stand editor Andy Mitten joins the show to analyse where Man Utd go from here (3:25). Dharmesh Sheth and Gabriele Marcotti discuss Paul Pogba's future (17:35) and why a potential deal for Bruno Fernandes is stalling (22:40). They also reflect on Romelu Lukaku's exclusive interview with Sky Sports News (32:08) and analyse where Christian Er...

Sky Italy transfer reporter Fabrizio Romano provides the latest on Inter Milan's pursuit of Christian Eriksen, Olivier Giroud and Victor Moses (03:05). He also discusses what the future may hold for Manchester United loanee Alexis Sanchez before the panel assess Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's striking options following the injury to Marcus Rashford (12:47). Dharmesh Sheth provides an update on Bruno Ferna...

ESPN French football analyst Jonathan Johnson joins the show to profile Lille midfielder Boubakary Soumare (1:01), who is attracting interest from Chelsea and Manchester United among others. The panel also provide an update on Manchester United's pursuit of Bruno Fernandes (15:25) and discuss where he might fit in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's midfield. Sky Sports News reporter Alan Myers joins the show...

Spanish football expert Graham Hunter joins the show to discuss Barcelona’s decision to sack Ernesto Valverde and hire Quique Setien (01:22). As Tottenham close in on the signing of Gedson Fernandes, our panel discuss whether he fits under Jose Mourinho (18:20), and examine where else Spurs need to strengthen. German football expert Raphael Honigstein joins the show to profile rising star Kai Have...

Portuguese journalist Filipe Dias and ESPN senior football writer Mark Ogden join the show to discuss Manchester United's interest in Sporting Lisbon's Bruno Fernandes and Ajax's Donny van de Beek. Jadon Sancho is attracting huge interest across Europe - the panel discuss the likelihood of a move and what club would be the best fit for the England winger. Sky Sports News north-west reporter Ben Ra...

With Manchester United interested in James Maddison, the panel discuss whether it would be a wise move for the England international and why Leicester are confident of keeping him. They analyse United's search for a new attacking midfielder and what Jesse Lingard's change of agent might mean. Portuguese journalist Filipe Dias joins the show to profile Benfica's in-demand midfielder Gedson Fernande...

As Chelsea step up their efforts to add to their attacking options, ESPN French football expert Jonathan Johnson assesses their chances of landing Lyon striker Moussa Dembele. The panel discuss why Manchester United pulled out of a deal for Erling Haaland and whether such a move would have set a dangerous precedent at the club. With less than six months to go on his contract, the panel weigh up wh...

ESPN senior football analyst Gabriele Marcotti joins Dharmesh Sheth and host Dave Reed to discuss Arsenal's move to appoint Mikel Arteta and the potential knock-on effects for the future of Pep Guardiola at Manchester City. Carlo Ancelotti is close to being named Everton boss - Sky Sports News reporter Alan Myers shares the latest from Goodison Park and what budget the Italian may have to work wit...

What does Neymar want? French football expert Jonathan Johnson phones in to explain why re-joining Barcelona is Neymar’s preference (02:23). Jonathan also discusses the takeover of Nice by chemicals giant Ineos – which is run by British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe – and how that might impact French football (09:22). Dharmesh Sheth and Nick Wright debate the pros and cons for Manchester United of...

Should Manchester United should sell Alexis Sanchez? ESPN football analyst Gabriele Marcotti joins Tom White and Dharmesh Sheth to discuss Inter Milan’s interest in the Chilean and what the pros and cons are for United in selling him. (1:32) Gabriele analyses which teams in Serie A have had a successful transfer window so far and assesses who can challenge champions Juventus. (17:34) The panel als...