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Episode 150 - The Transfers that NEED to happen in January
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Episode Episode 150 - The Transfers that NEED to happen in January
Patrick and Neel dig into the January window by skipping the obvious links and focusing on moves that actually make sense for both side. They break down Tottenham’s midfield issues and make the case for Raphael Onyedika and explain why Aston Villa should capitalize on their hot run with a smarter attacking midfielder like Romano Schmid. Then they look at Flamengo and what makes Felipe Luis the perfect heir to Diego Simeone at Atletico Madrid.
The episode wraps with rapid-fire takes on Kobbie Mainoo to Napoli, Milan’s striker search, and why some January deals are better left undone.
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00:00 – Intro
03:40 – Why we’re skipping the obvious January rumours
04:30 – Tottenham’s midfield problem (again)
05:34 – Defining the profile Spurs actually need
07:00 – Using data tools to find the right fit
07:43 – Why Bryan Heynen doesn’t fit
08:40 – Raphael Onyedika
10:57 – Onyedika’s passing vs defensive trade-offs
13:03 – How he fits with Spurs’ current midfield
17:03 – How much can he really fix?
20:37 – The AFCON complication and January reality
22:26 – Aston Villa fans love Patrick
23:11 – Ollie Watkins variance and Morgan Rogers isn't a 10
24:43 – Romano Schmid as Villa’s solution
25:42 – How Schmid would change Villa’s final-third play
27:00 – Villa NEED someone on the ball
29:48 – Schmid has been consistent over seasons
30:47 – Flamengo’s rise and why they matter
31:43 – Felipe Luís’ rapid coaching ascent
34:55 – Flamengo’s squad age and key players
37:22 – Flamengo’s tactical flexibility
39:10 – Managing egos, minutes, and pressure
43:00– Why Felipe Luís feels like Simeone’s heir
46:23 – Kobbie Mainoo to Napoli: does it make sense?
48:50 – Conte, midfield roles, and Mainoo’s fit
51:33 – Milan’s striker crisis
52:27 – Why Füllkrug makes no sense for Milan
55:10 – Why Vlahovic would work
58:11 – Bad January signings vs doing nothing
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