Football FanCast - Blast from the Past

Man United: Ferguson's £16m 'beast' would have thrived under Ten Hag

Tom Griffin — Sun, 01 Oct 2023 19:15:33 GMT

In the post-2000-era, Manchester United's unrelenting dominance of the Premier League was built on a squad of superstars as Sir Alex Ferguson nurtured some of the best young prospects to grace the beautiful game.

Leeds: Orta's 2019 sale would have been better than Gnonto for Farke

Dan Emery — Fri, 29 Sep 2023 19:36:35 GMT

Leeds United have a rich history of bringing talented young prospects through their academy system over the years; including the likes of David Seaman, James Milner, and the late Gary Speed.

Rangers: Ibrox side had a bigger talent than Danilo in McLeish's 6ft 2 'trojan'

Ross Kilvington — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 19:10:31 GMT

Glasgow Rangers hobbled to a rather laborious 1-0 win against Motherwell in the Premiership at the weekend and while three points is always a good sign, the quality of performance was anything but.

Spurs: Redknapp's 'world class' star would now be better than Bissouma for Ange

Callum Davies — Thu, 21 Sep 2023 05:10:30 GMT

Tottenham Hotspur's start to the Premier League season has been completely unprecedented, with nobody expecting Ange Postecoglou to hit the ground running with such immediacy.

Leeds: O'Leary had a bigger talent than Rutter in £7m goal machine

Robbie Walls — Tue, 19 Sep 2023 19:46:48 GMT

With Leeds United seeking to secure a swift return back to the top-flight, it has not quite been the start to the new Championship season that Daniel Farke would have been hoping for, with the Whites picking up just two wins from their opening six league games.

Rangers: Advocaat's £1.3m signing would thrive if he played for Beale

Ross Kilvington — Tue, 19 Sep 2023 06:16:27 GMT

Glasgow Rangers haven’t enjoyed the best of starts to the campaign, winning only 50% of their matches so far during 2023/24.

Forget Piroe: Grayson's promotion 'legend' would now be perfect for Leeds

Callum Davies — Fri, 15 Sep 2023 06:11:27 GMT

Leeds United are one of England's finest footballing institutions, and as such boasts a rich history laden with European adventures, trophy-winning exploits and supremely memorable moments.

Man United: £7m machine was a bigger talent than Hojlund at Old Trafford

Ross Kilvington — Wed, 13 Sep 2023 19:41:28 GMT

Manchester United have struggled in front of goal this season, scoring just five times across four matches while securing only two wins from these Premier League ties, and it’s evident that Erik ten Hag has to change things up if he wants his team to contend for the title.

Spurs: 2004 star would now be way better than Richarlison for Ange-balll

Robbie Walls — Tue, 12 Sep 2023 05:11:27 GMT

For all the early positivity surrounding Tottenham Hotspur following the solid start to life under new boss Ange Postecoglou, there may be a concern as to what the longstanding impact of losing talisman Harry Kane will be across the course of the season as a whole.

Everton: Moyes' 2012 signing would be better than Dwight McNeil

Callum Davies — Mon, 11 Sep 2023 17:10:26 GMT

Everton boast a rich history littered with outstanding players, although in recent memory that kind of talent has been in short supply.

Leeds: "Nasty" Former Star Would've Been Perfect For Big Sam

Jimmy Moorhouse — Sat, 20 May 2023 07:30:20 GMT

When Leeds United fans think back to the great players of time gone by, few will cast their minds to the 2012 signing, El Hadji Diouf.

i Matteo's "unbelievable" ace would have saved Lampard's Chelsea

Alex Connor — Fri, 12 May 2023 05:30:17 GMT

Chelsea are on the verge of a new chapter with the likely appointment of Mauricio Pochettino, who has a huge crop of young talent already at the club to try and mould into a consistent, winning machine.

Emery Would Love To Have Aston Villa's 2016 'Monster'

Rosie Tudball — Thu, 11 May 2023 18:40:18 GMT

Unai Emery is building something exciting at Aston Villa, which is clear in his rise to success in the Midlands in such a short space of time.

Advocaat's £4m Rangers Gem Would Thrive Under Beale

Ross Kilvington — Tue, 09 May 2023 08:11:17 GMT

Glasgow Rangers will be without the services of Alfredo Morelos next season as Michael Beale confirmed that the striker is leaving the club after six years.

Chelsea: 2018 'Monster' Would Save Lampard's Blues

Alex Connor — Tue, 09 May 2023 05:16:16 GMT

In recent weeks, Chelsea have conceded an array of long-range stunners that have compounded their miserable season.

Chelsea miss their "fantastic" ace

Alex Connor — Sun, 07 May 2023 08:10:18 GMT

Chelsea have enjoyed an illustrious recent history that has seen them scoop every possible trophy available, but they have endured a dreadful downfall that has left the club languishing in the bottom half.

£41m-rated "Complete Player" Could Have Solved Leeds' Woes

Jimmy Moorhouse — Fri, 05 May 2023 19:35:17 GMT

Sam Allardyce's first task as Leeds United manager must be to arrest the club's awful defensive run of form, which has seen them ship a record-breaking 23 goals in April alone.

Leeds: "Phenomenal" 2008 Signing Would Be Perfect For Big Sam

Jimmy Moorhouse — Thu, 04 May 2023 11:40:18 GMT

Sam Allardyce has already spoken out about Wilfried Gnonto and his role at Leeds United before even taking over at Elland Road, and the Italian winger could reclaim a regular starting spot under the experienced coach in the final few Premier League fixtures of the season.

West Ham Miss Their 'Extraordinary Star

Alex Connor — Mon, 01 May 2023 17:41:17 GMT

Recent defeats to Liverpool and Crystal Palace have seen West Ham slip perilously close to the drop zone.

Leeds 'Great' Who Epitomised Bielsa Would Be Perfect Now

Jimmy Moorhouse — Fri, 28 Apr 2023 07:40:18 GMT

Leeds United look to be one of the favourites for relegation from the Premier League after a torrid few weeks under Javi Gracia.

Crystal Palace Would Love Electric 2012 Signing Now

Alex Connor — Thu, 27 Apr 2023 06:16:17 GMT

Crystal Palace has often been accused of being a side lacking creativity, potency, and an attacking verve this season. This is reflected by a tally of just 31 goals in 33 Premier League games, which is the 15th lowest of the division.

Tottenham: "Legend" Would Be Perfect To Replace Sanchez

Callum Davies — Sat, 22 Apr 2023 06:30:16 GMT

Under Antonio Conte, Tottenham Hotspur were often lambasted for a lack of attacking impetus that left fans always wanting more.

Leeds: 'Immense' 2016 Signing Would Be Perfect For Gracia Now

Jimmy Moorhouse — Thu, 20 Apr 2023 11:45:18 GMT

Leeds United's embarrassing 6-1 defeat at the hands of Liverpool at Elland Road ensured that the Yorkshire outfit have now conceded more goals than any other side in the Premier League.

Former Rangers Star Would Be Ryan Kent's Perfect Heir Today

Ross Kilvington — Tue, 18 Apr 2023 06:10:08 GMT

There are several big names at Glasgow Rangers who are approaching the final few months of their current contracts. Players such as Ryan Jack, Alfredo Morelos and Scott Arfield are among a handful who could leave for free during the summer and give Michael Beale a headache in terms of finding replacements.

Rangers: Smith's Very Strong Brute Would Help Beale Today

Ross Kilvington — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 07:10:18 GMT

Michael Beale has enjoyed a fine start to life as manager of Glasgow Rangers, winning all but three of his matches and making a couple of solid January signings, with Todd Cantwell and Nicolas Raskin impressing so far.

Everton Would Love "Unbelievable" £6m Gem In Present Day

Robbie Walls — Thu, 06 Apr 2023 07:15:17 GMT

Amid Everton's current battle to stave off relegation, one concern for manager Sean Dyche will be the lack of a reliable, experienced option at left-back, with Ben Godfrey having been deployed as something of a makeshift option in recent games.

Rangers' "Excellent" 1998 Signing Would Solve Beale's Problem.

Ross Kilvington — Tue, 04 Apr 2023 06:10:17 GMT

Glasgow Rangers manager Michael Beale has endured an excellent start to life in the Ibrox hot seat, remaining unbeaten in the Premiership and losing just once since December.

Everton: Former "Threat" Would Shine Under Sean Dyche

Ross Kilvington — Sat, 01 Apr 2023 07:20:18 GMT

Sean Dyche has reinvigorated Everton since his arrival following the sacking of Frank Lampard, winning three Premier League matches so far and although there is work to do, there is a new-found energy about Goodison Park.

Rangers: McLeish's "Trojan" Would Thrive Under Beale

Ross Kilvington — Tue, 28 Mar 2023 19:15:20 GMT

Alex McLeish should rightfully go down in the Glasgow Rangers annals as one of the club’s finest-ever managers, especially considering the constraints he had to work with.

Liverpool: £25m Midfielder Would Now Save Klopp

Angus Sinclair — Tue, 28 Mar 2023 06:40:19 GMT

Liverpool are struggling to replicate their former success under Jurgen Klopp's tutelage this season, with the prestigious Premier League outfit languishing in sixth place in the table and out of every cup competition rather prematurely.

West Ham's "Unbelievable" Former Striker Could Help Moyes

Ross Kilvington — Tue, 28 Mar 2023 06:35:18 GMT

When West Ham United signed Gianluca Scamacca last summer for a £35.5m transfer fee, it looked as though David Moyes had the final piece of his puzzle – a striker who could score 25 goals a season.

West Ham: "Sensational" Star Would Keep Moyes' Side Up

Jimmy Moorhouse — Sun, 26 Mar 2023 19:16:17 GMT

West Ham United have struggled all season when it comes to putting the ball in the back of the net.

Everton: Moyes' "World-Class" Gem Would Thrive Under Dyche

Ross Kilvington — Sat, 25 Mar 2023 08:40:18 GMT

Everton have struggled majorly this season, although recent signs under Sean Dyche prove that there is life in the club yet as they look to maintain their top-flight status.

Leeds: Old "Legend" Would Be Better Than Meslier

Callum Davies — Sat, 25 Mar 2023 07:16:17 GMT

Leeds United have enjoyed some wonderful talent over the years, with their illustrious history so often bringing in some of the best talent there is to offer.

McClaren's £14.5m "Leader" Would Now Be Perfect For Newcastle

Robbie Walls — Fri, 24 Mar 2023 07:41:17 GMT

Newcastle United are riding high under Eddie Howe at present, with the Englishman having steered the club into the mix for Champions League qualification following what has been a truly remarkable campaign thus far for the Magpies.

Leeds would love to have their "magic" legend back

Callum Davies — Wed, 22 Mar 2023 08:11:18 GMT

Leeds United find themselves once again entrenched in a desperate battle for survival, with Javi Gracia the new man at the helm expected to guide them to safety.

Man United: Fergie's £24m would be perfect for Ten Hag now

Robbie Walls — Tue, 21 Mar 2023 07:45:18 GMT

As Manchester United edged past nine-man Fulham in the FA Cup on Sunday evening, it may well have felt as if the Red Devils had had a man dismissed of their own at times, such was the lack of impact from January arrival, Wout Weghorst.

Leeds' would love to have "best-ever" £8m maestro now

Callum Davies — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 21:10:17 GMT

Leeds United boast a rich and illustrious history within the English game, however, that was somewhat marred by the financial troubles that saw them relegated in 2004 just as they seemed on top of the world.

Tottenham: Redknapp's £8m "magician" would've saved Conte

Lewis Blain — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 18:11:17 GMT

Antonio Conte's explosive press conference in the aftermath of Tottenham Hotspur's 3-3 draw with Southampton on Saturday afternoon all but confirmed that the Italian's time in north London is coming to an end.

West Ham: Payet would be perfect now

Jimmy Moorhouse — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 12:35:17 GMT

West Ham United are under serious threat of relegation from the Premier League this season, with David Moyes' side slipping into the bottom three after Leeds United's win against Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday.

Leeds' former "golden boy" would mark a huge Harrison upgrade

Callum Davies — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 07:40:17 GMT

Leeds United's illustrious history stretches back afar, however, it has been a while since a club of its magnitude has tasted any success similar.

Arsenal: Emi Martinez may have saved Arteta's dream

Ross Kilvington — Sat, 18 Mar 2023 06:31:18 GMT

Arsenal succumbed to defeat in their Europa League last 16 tie against Sporting CP on Thursday evening, and it wrecked the clubs chances of winning only a second-ever major European honour.

Leeds's legendary 1997 forward would've surely saved them from relegation

Callum Davies — Fri, 17 Mar 2023 12:35:17 GMT

Leeds United's illustrious history stretches back afar, and despite their 16-year hiatus from the Premier League, they have still boasted some incredible talent the likes of which many other clubs would have loved to have.

West Ham: Arnautovic would be perfect for Moyes now

Jimmy Moorhouse — Thu, 16 Mar 2023 08:40:17 GMT

West Ham are crying out for a clinical striker who can do it all, as they continue their battle against relegation from the Premier League this season.