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The Price of Football

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Premier League
Manchester City
Financial Fair Play
Everton
EFL
Manchester United
Women's World Cup
777 Partners
Joe Lewis
FIFA
Nottingham Forest
FIFA Club World Cup
European Super League
Sir Jim Ratcliffe
Broadcast Revenue
Tottenham Hotspur
Jurgen Klopp
The Price Of Music
Motherwell Football Club
Reading FC

University of Liverpool football finance lecturer Kieran Maguire and comedian Kevin Day follow the money to find out what’s really going on behind the scenes of the beautiful game. The Price of Football is a Dap Dip production. Follow Kevin on X - @kevinhunterday Follow Kieran on X - @KieranMaguire Follow The Price of Football on X - @pof_pod Join The Price of Football CLUB: priceoffootbal... more

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Kevin and Kieran discuss the news that a new report says nine out of ten English clubs expect to post pre-tax losses for 2025, and analyse the sale of Sporting Kansas City.

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Kevin and Kieran analyse how ground ownership its into PSR rules, and find out whether player contracts include clauses around drug bans.

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Kevin and Kieran discuss the news that Cardiff City have been placed under a transfer embargo, and find out why Harlow Town have gone into administration.

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Kevin and Kieran analyse the medical costs Premier League clubs need to meet, and discuss what are the best purchases to make to maximise pure profit for your club.

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Recent Guests

Landon Smith
American businessman and head of Tailwind Real Estate Group
Tailwind Real Estate Group
Episode: Amorim sacking takes Manchester United manager compensation payments above £88m, Landon Smith is the new owner of Hartlepool United
Jean-Louis Dupont
Belgian lawyer known for his work on the Bosman ruling
Episode: Interview: Bosman lawyer Jean-Louis Dupont on his player compensation claim against FIFA
Dolf Segaar
Dutch lawyer specializing in sports law
Episode: Interview: Bosman lawyer Jean-Louis Dupont on his player compensation claim against FIFA
Tim Williams
Chief Executive of Oxford United
Oxford United
Episode: Interview: Oxford United CEO Tim Williams
Spencer Gore
Owner and chairman of Chelmsford City
Chelmsford City
Episode: Interview: Chelmsford City owner and chairman, Spencer Gore
Adrian Goldberg
Broadcaster and author of 'Where's the Money Gone? The Battle for the Soul of English Football'
Episode: Interview: Adrian Goldberg, broadcaster and author of 'Where's the Money Gone? The Battle for the Soul of English Football'
Dean Gallagher
Samaritans representative involved in mental health initiatives
Samaritans
Episode: Coventry City's ticket prices, UEFA facing lawsuit over Champions League format
Harry Hugo
Owner and chairman of Farnham Town Football Club
Farnham Town Football Club
Episode: Interview: Farnham Town owner Harry Hugo
Neil Doncaster
Chief Executive of the SPFL
Scottish Professional Football League
Episode: Interview: SPFL chief executive Neil Doncaster

Hosts

Kevin Day
Comedian and co-host of the show.
Kieran Maguire
Football finance lecturer and co-host of the show.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 5.9k ratings
  • Kevin I don’t want to listen to your nasal issues

    January 8-give it a miss

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Sir Grey Cat
    Canada16 days ago
  • Id rather see Dave Lee Travis play MacBeth

    Podcast Addict
    5
    thefossedog
    24 days ago
  • Very Good Pod But…

    Really good podcast that answers interesting points. Would be so much better without Kevin’s waffles, ‘jokes’ and constant mentions of his team though.

    Has been loads better when Producer Guy has been presenting.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    YorkJamie1
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Best football finance pod on the planet and one of the best things to listen to while killing an afternoon. Hope Kevin Day gets well soon. Thanks for your work.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Saltypete
    a month ago
  • Making Accounts Great Again

    Genuinely interesting and insightful about a sport that is becoming more opaque and incomprehensible! Keep up the good work👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yorkstony
    United Kingdom2 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some fans express a desire for broader engagement with themes outside just finance, although overall feedback is overwhelmingly positive.
Many find the podcast a necessary resource for understanding the business side of football, highlighting the unique perspective provided by the hosts.
The comedic approach of the show is frequently mentioned as a standout quality, providing levity to serious discussions on financial issues in football.
Listeners appreciate the expert financial insights mixed with humor, making complex topics entertaining and accessible.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#232
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#40
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#198
Italy/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#3
Ukraine/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#100
India/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#117
Ireland/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The medical costs each Premier League club faces, the best club purchases for PSR
Q: How can individuals maximize profit for their club's PSR efforts?
The best way is to buy match tickets for someone else to encourage them to become lifelong fans, maximizing the profit for the club.
The medical costs each Premier League club faces, the best club purchases for PSR
Q: What are the total medical costs for a Premier League team of maintaining a healthy squad over a year?
Medical costs can range significantly, but for many clubs in League One, it could be around £350,000 to £400,000 annually. For top clubs, the expenses including salaries for medical staff can run into millions.
How transfer fee payments work, league position clauses in managers' contracts
Q: Why don't clubs insert clauses into a new manager's contract that allows minimal compensation if they fall to a certain league position?
Such clauses do exist, but if a manager is in demand, they may not agree to those clauses, seeking more favorable terms instead.
How transfer fee payments work, league position clauses in managers' contracts
Q: How does the payment of transfer fees typically work at the top level?
Transfer fees are usually split into installments and amortized over the term of the player's contract.
Premier League concessionary ticket rules, why US investors are buying British clubs
Q: What are your thoughts on the reasons why there are a lot more American owners appearing in British football?
The lower entry costs and cultural connections to the UK are driving American investors to British football, particularly in the lower leagues.

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1. Landon Smith
2. Jean-Louis Dupont
3. Dolf Segaar
4. Tim Williams
5. Spencer Gore
6. Adrian Goldberg
7. Dean Gallagher
8. Harry Hugo

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