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Can Frank lure Mbeumo to Spurs? | Beckham receives knighthood | Gyokeres or Osimhen - Who fits Man Utd the best? Jun 13, 2025

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Henry Winter and Mark Ogden discuss whether new Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank can lure his former player Bryan Mbeumo away from a potential move to Manchester United — and whether such a move makes sense for either club. They also compare Manchester United’s striker targets, Victor Osimhen and Viktor Gyökeres, analysing how well each would suit both the Premier League and Ruben Amorim’s tactical system. The duo then react to David Beckham receiving a knighthood and reflect on the legacy he has built — and continues to build.
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What can Frank bring to Spurs? | Trent makes big arrival at Madrid | Is Cunha just the start of Man Utd’s big summer signings? Jun 12, 2025

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David Garrido is joined by The Guardian’s Jonathan Liew and The Daily Mail’s Ian Ladyman as they discuss Thomas Frank becoming Tottenham Hotspur’s new head coach and what exactly he can bring to the Europa League winning side. The pair also discuss Trent Alexander-Arnold’s arrival at Real Madrid and his very impressive speech which he delivered in fluent Spanish! They finally look at how Matheus Cunha’s move to Manchester United could be just the start of some big signings for the club this summer.
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Will Tuchel's 'repulsed' comment spark a rift with Bellingham? | Could Gyokeres strike to force United move? Jun 11, 2025

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David Garrido is joined John Cross of The Mirror and The Times’ Martin Hardy to look at tomorrow back pages, the discuss Thomas Tuchel comments claiming his mother finds Jude Bellingham’s antics repulsive and whether he will remain as England manager beyond the World Cup.
Also discussed is whether time is running out for Crystal Palace to earn a place in the Europa League after a possible breach of multi-club ownership rules and if Viktor Gyokeres could refuse to play for Sporting to force a move to rejoin Ruben Amorim at Manchester United.
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England beaten 3-1 by Senegal as Tuchel suffers first loss | Could Wirtz handle heavy price tag? Jun 10, 2025

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Sky Sports' Teddy Draper is joined on Back Pages Tonight by David Ornstein from The Athletic and Charlotte Duncker from The Times as the panel discuss all the hot topics in the sporting world, including England's first loss under Thomas Tuchel as they fell to a 3-1 shock defeat to Senegal.
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Brentford's Frank Tottenham's only contender | Tuchel tips Arsenal and Liverpool in title race | Forest complain to UEFA about Palace Jun 09, 2025

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Miguel Delaney of The Independent and Charlie Wyett of The Sun discuss Tottenham's pursuit of Thomas Frank, with the Brentford manager the only candidate to replace Ange Postecoglou. Plus, England manager Thomas Tuchel suggests that Manchester City and Chelsea are at a disadvantage in the Premier League next season due to their involvement in the Club World Cup.
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Postecoglou SACKED by Spurs! Jun 06, 2025

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On Back Pages Tonight, Mark Mcquillan is joined by ESPN's Mark Ogden and football writer
Henry Winter. The trio discuss Ange Postecoglou being sacked by Tottenham Hotspur and who may replace him. T
Back Pages is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/back-pages
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Beckham to be awarded knighthood | Will Diaz leave Liverpool? | Wiegman: England not in crisis Jun 05, 2025

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The Guardian's Jonathan Liew and The Independent's Miguel Delaney join Chris Latchem to discuss the news that football legend David Beckham will be awarded a knighthood. They also debate whether Luis Diaz will leave Liverpool in the summer transfer window and address Sarina Wiegman saying defending champions England are 'not in crisis' ahead of Euro 2025.
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What club is next for Grealish? | Will Delap cope with the pressure of Chelsea? | Are the Lionesses in crisis? Jun 04, 2025

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On Back Pages Tonight, Chris Latchem is joined by The Times Football Reporter Charlotte Duncker and The Suns Football Reporter Jack Rosser.
The trio discuss Jack Grealish future at Manchester City after the winger was left out of Club World Cup squad, and where he could go next.
They also debate Liam Delaps move to Chelsea and how he will cope with the pressure of being towards the top of the Premier League.
The group also talk about Millie Bright's decision to withdraw from England duty and if the Lionesses are in crisis.
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Chelsea pay United 5m to have Sancho back | Kirby announces international retirement | Bruno snubs Saudi move Jun 03, 2025

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On Back Pages Tonight, Teddy Draper is joined by Riath Al-Samarrai of the Daily Mail and The Sun's Charlie Wyett.
The trio review how Chelsea have rejected the option to sign Jadon Sancho permanently and will have to pay Man United a fee to take him back for breaking the obligation clause.
England Women's loss to Spain Women in their penultimate game ahead of Euro 2025 and the retirement from international football of Fran Kirby after she is due to be left out of the Euros squad.
Also discussed is Man Utd captain Bruno Fernandes rejection of a £100m transfer to Al Hilal; Saudi Arabian side that had been willing to almost treble his £250,000-a-week wages at Old Trafford.
Back Pages is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/back-pages
You can also listen to Back Pages on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages".
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Mbeumo keen to join Utd but Bruno on the way out? | What's next for Sancho as Chelsea pursue Gittens | Tuchel's unique World Cup preparation Jun 02, 2025

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On Back Pages Tonight, Teddy Draper is joined by The Mirror's Chief football writer John Cross and The Times' Northern sports correspondent Martin Hardy.
The trio discuss Manchester United's summer transfer plans, including Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo being reportedly keen to join Ruben Amorim's side, and captain Bruno Fernandes potentially joining Al-Hilal.
They also debate Jadon Sancho's future as Chelsea show interest in Dortmund winger Jamie Gittens, as well as, Thomas Tuchel's preparation for the warm weather the England squad will face at the World Cup in 2026
Back Pages is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/back-pages
You can also listen to Back Pages on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play Back Pages".
For more on the stories we discuss on Back Pages, head to skysports.com
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