The Athletic FC Podcast Ornstein Transfer Latest: Isak, Eze, Donnarumma
Aug 13, 2025
In this discussion, David Ornstein, a renowned football transfer reporter, and Jack Pitt-Brooke, a savvy football writer focusing on Tottenham, dive into the whirlwind of player transfers. They reveal that Alexander Isak has told Newcastle he won't play again, stirring rumors of a move to Liverpool. The duo also highlights Spurs' urgent need for signings amidst injury woes and the uncertain future of Gianluigi Donnarumma. With rising transfer costs and intense speculation, they explore the evolving dynamics shaping the transfer landscape.
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Negotiate Eze With Urgency And Context
- Clubs should weigh price, age profile and positional need before pursuing Eze given Crystal Palace's stance.
- Be prepared for Palace to harden their position as the window shortens and replacement options shrink.
Donnarumma's Status At PSG Is Uncertain
- Gianluigi Donnarumma played a pivotal role in PSG's Champions League run but faces uncertainty due to contract and a new signing.
- Top clubs worldwide will be interested, but finding a suitor with a clear slot is not straightforward.
Style Trumps Recent Heroics For PSG
- PSG may have changed goalkeepers to suit a different style, prioritizing footplay and tactical fit over recent heroics.
- Jack Pitt-Brooke notes such changes can occur even after major successes if managers want a different goalkeeper profile.