Ep. 44: Why Football Needs a 'Rookie of the Year' Award

As another season comes to a close, the Premier League has just dropped its annual ‘Young Player of the Year Award’ shortlist but with some players now in their fifth or sixth senior season – surely it’s time for the criteria to be refreshed? The VERSUS team breaks down why the PL needs a ‘Rookie of the Year’ style reward for players who have just broken onto the scene. Elsewhere, we look at the significance of Emirates Stadium becoming the new official home of Arsenal WFC, break down how drop culture has embraced football boots, and pay tribute to Viv Miedema ahead of her North London departure. ‘The Future of Football’ is a podcast from VERSUS bringing you closer to the people, the stories and the ideas shaping the future of the game we love. Mayowa Quadri (@mayowaquadri_) Ahmed Shooble (@AhmedShooble) Amie Cripps (@AmiLouCri) Corey Pellatt (@CoreyPellatt)