Episode 3644: Mad Money, Handsome Donkeys, Troy’s Hits, Cherki’s Laces

Week two of the Premier League season has concluded – and SC’s football correspondent has finally deigned to check in. Ken explains his absence and reports on his activities.

We follow Troy Parrott’s quest to establish himself at Ireland’s new pet club, Real Betis. Some unduly harsh reviews of his full debut remind us that Spain is traditionally a difficult feeding ground for number 9s.

We talk about the spiralling inflation in the Premier League transfer market. How can this be explained? Is it new accounting rules? Too much money chasing not enough talent? The level of computerised games? Sheer rank stupidity?

Chelsea under Alonso, Pep’s message, Cherki’s laces, John McGinn and Cosette-Gakpo feature along the way.

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