Takeover dramas, relegation dogfights, shifting dynamics in the modern game. Sean Dyche has seen it all. 

In his first interview since leaving Nottingham Forest, the former Burnley and Everton manager joins Christian and Henry to talk money, power and politics in football, breaking down just how complex and challenging life in the Premier League can be.

From heavily incentivised contracts for players at Turf Moor to a revealing dissection of what really happened at Everton and fighting fires at Forest, Dyche shines a light on just how much managers have to handle behind the scenes.

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Gareth Southgate discusses the risks and rewards of being England boss, whilst shining a light on the unexpected challenges that an elite manager must deal with at every twist and turn.

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It is the biggest story in English football. But the wait for a verdict on the 115 charges Manchester City are facing for allegedly breaching financial regulations goes on.

Why such a delay? Where are we at with the case? And what comes next?

Christian Purslow and Henry Winter tackle the topic that could have seismic repercussions for the Premier League and beyond, debunking myths and preconceptions along the way.

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Mid-table heading into the final block of the Premier League season, it’s fair to say things haven’t quite gone as planned for Newcastle or Eddie Howe this season.

But why not?

As the fifth anniversary of the PIF takeover looms large, Christian Purslow and Henry Winter look under the bonnet at Newcastle to examine the impact of FFP, the role and future of the manager, and why some big decisions just have not worked.

And while Newcastle struggle to meet the expectations of their owners, are Leicester’s owners struggling to meet the expectations of their fans?

Henry and Christian take a look at the threat to Leicester City after their points deduction leaves them fighting a relegation battle in the Championship.

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Henry Winter and Christian Purslow react to the latest Premier League managerial departure after Evangelos Marinakis called time on Sean Dyche’s tenure.

One manager who is sticking around for a bit longer is Thomas Tuchel at England. They give their verdict on the FA’s decision to extend his contract ahead of the World Cup.

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Was Thomas Frank always on borrowed time at Tottenham? And where do Spurs go from here?

In this bonus episode, Christian Purslow and Henry Winter dive into the breaking news around Frank’s departure and examine what comes next to arrest the decline.

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On the face of it, the transfer window might have appeared relatively uneventful - but dig into the weeds and you find all kinds of juicy stuff.

How much did Raheem Sterling’s exit end up costing Chelsea? And what is behind the evolution and ever-increasing intricacy of loan deals in football?

Christian Purslow and Henry Winter put a different lens on the January window and focus on three different players, each with their own complex situation to unpick - Sterling, Harvey Elliott and Kalvin Phillips.

Join them as they explore the various factors, moving parts and personalities behind the deals…and the no deal.

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What does Marc Guéhi’s move to the Etihad tell us about the current positions of Man City, Liverpool and Crystal Palace?

In this bonus episode of the new podcast The Football Boardroom, Christian Purslow and Henry Winter delve into the far-reaching impacts of the Guéhi transfer.

They dissect the timing, cost and wider implications for a host of clubs and the league itself- shining a light on the winners and losers of a saga that stretches back months. 

And what was really behind Oliver Glasner’s very public outburst, the latest in a flurry of managerial meltdowns?  

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What do Man Utd do next? And which factors will decide whether Michael Carrick lands the job?

A fast start has done wonders for Carrick, but is he the right man to lead long-term? 

In the first episode of the brand new podcast The Football Boardroom, Christian Purslow and Henry Winter hone in on the appointment that Manchester United simply cannot get wrong. 

If Carrick stumbles, what are the pros and cons around the Big Beasts lurking in the managerial jungle?

Also, be wary of writing off Villa. Find out why they can win the title. 

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Former Premier League executive Christian Purslow has run three of the biggest clubs in the country: CEO at Liverpool and Aston Villa, managing director at Chelsea.

Henry Winter is a pillar of British football journalism who has spent decades chasing the stories that matter, the ones often hidden behind boardroom doors. Now, he doesn't need to knock. He's got an access-all-areas pass.

Money. Power. Politics.

They all impact the modern game. But have you ever wondered what really happens in the rooms where football's future is decided?

This is the podcast where football fans finally get the answers they've been searching for.

Together, Christian and Henry are pulling back the curtain on football's corridors of power, and they're pulling no punches.

This isn't commentary from the stands - this is insight from the seats where decisions get made.

The Football Boardroom.

Because fans deserve more.

A 1071 Media production.

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