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EPISODE · Aug 17, 2026 · 41 MIN

Does Rodri's exit make Arsenal unstoppable?

from The Athletic FC Podcast

With just four days to go until the new Premier League season starts, Arsenal have made a statement with their 3-0 win over Manchester City in the Community Shield, with news also emerging that City midfielder Rodri is on the verge of leaving for Barcelona.Emma Paton is back in the chair, alongside former England goalkeeper Rob Green and The Athletic's Cerys Jones to discuss the strength of Arsenal's case for defending their Premier League title as James McNicholas shares his thoughts from Cardiff.Man City correspondent Sam Lee also joins to discuss the impact Rodri leaving could have for Enzo Maresca's side as well as their plans to replace him.Plus there's our latest feature Rob Ranks, transfer chat with Guglielmo Vicario heading for Juventus and Aston Villa looking to sign Zion Suzuki from Parma as well as the panel sharing their quickfire predictions ahead of the new season.Host: Emma PatonWith: Rob Green and Cerys JonesFeaturing: Sam Lee and James McNicholasExecutive Producer: Adey MoorheadProducers: Jay Beale and Guy ClarkeVideographer: Liam Warburton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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