Ask OTC: Diego Simeone’s replacement, Mario Balotelli’s return and what’s going wrong at Roma?

Dotun, Nicky Bandini and David Cartlidge dive into your curious continental queries, and they begin with another edition of what seems to have become an annual question: should Atlético Madrid be searching for Diego Simeone’s replacement?Elsewhere, we discuss the chaotic mess at Roma, who were dusted up by a former academy prospect at the weekend, and look over Francesco Faroili’s encouraging start at Ajax. Plus, Mario Balotelli’s back in Italy - but can he rediscover that magic?Ask us a question on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok, and email us here: [email protected] ad-free shows, head over to our Patreon and subscribe: patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!***On The Continent is your definitive podcast for European football. Subscribe for new podcasts every Thursday and Friday throughout the 2026/27 European football season, covering the UEFA Champions League, Europa League, Conference League, La Liga, Serie A, the Bundesliga, Ligue 1, the Süper Lig, Eredivisie, Liga Portugal and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.