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Playing an exciting brand of attacking football it’s no wonder Simone Inzaghi is now being linked to high-profile managerial jobs in England and abroad.

But is he better off staying in Italy and a resurgent Serie A? 

Or does uncertainty around finance and the ownership at Inter mean now is the time for a new challenge?

Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: James Horncastle
Producer: Mike Stavrou
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
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On Monday, The Athletic revealed that West Ham have held talks with Sporting Lisbon boss Ruben Amorim to be their next manager… 

He is also being looked at to replace Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool

So who is Ruben Amorim and why is he in such high demand? 

Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: David Ornstein and Mark Carey
Producer: Mike Stavrou
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
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Before taking his seat at Wembley, Sir Jim Ratcliffe completed the London Marathon and compared the race, to the job he has to do at Old Trafford.
Seeing his boyhood side reach a second successive FA Cup Final was only have the story though as Erik Ten Hag's side almost squandered a 3-0 lead to be dumped out by Coventry City.
So will success in the FA Cup show enough progress for Ten Hag to remain in position, or do United's problems run deeper than just their manager?
Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Carl Anka and Mark Critchley who were both at Wembley to discuss.
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Carl Anka and Mark Critchley
Producer: Guy Clarke
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Related articles
Manchester United’s semi-final win was no turning point for Ten Hag – it was a tipping point - The Athletic
If Manchester United move on from Ten Hag, who does the data say they should target? - The Athletic
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It’s matchday 34 in the Premier League as Arsenal go to Wolves in the big clash in the title race.

Elsewhere, it’s the FA Cup semi-finals, as Chelsea face Man City and Manchester United go up against Coventry City.

Host: Adam Leventhal
With: Tim Spiers and Liam Twomey
Producer: Mike Stavrou 
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
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On Wednesday night, Arsenal's Champions League hopes were ended in Munich, in their first quarter-final at that level in 14 years.
Afterwards Mikel Arteta was left lost for words in how to console his side, while they also remain in the Premier League title race.
So how can the Spaniard ensure the Gunners season doesn't peter out, how ruthless can they be in this summer's transfer window - or should Arteta be able to get more from the squad already at his disposal?
Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's David Ornstein and Art de Roche to discuss and analyse how different Arsenal could look the other side of the summer transfer window.
Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: David Ornstein and Art de Roche
Producer: Guy Clarke
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
Related articles:
Arsenal’s progress this season will be undermined if their title challenge fizzles out - The Athletic
Arsenal are evolving at a pace that could leave Zinchenko, Jesus and others behind - The Athletic
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Last night were were reminded why the Champions League is the biggest draw in world football.

Meanwhile, FIFA seem to be stepping back in the battle to stop competitive games being taken abroad.

So, could we one day see the Premier League or La Liga decided in the USA? Or the UEFA Champions League final in Saudi Arabia?

Ayo Akinwolere is joined by The Athletic's Matt Slater and Adam Crafton.

Host: Ayo Akinwolere
With: Matt Slater and Adam Crafton
Producer: Mike Stavrou
Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead
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