Ask OTC: Antonio Conte's next move, the Yashin Trophy & Valencia's struggles
On The Continent - A European Football PodcastShow Notes
There's been plenty of noise around Antonio Conte and his links to Manchester United this week. With Michael Carrick staying put at Old Trafford (for now), where is Conte's next realistic landing spot after leaving Napoli in the summer?
Nicky Bandini and David Cartlidge join Dotun to answer that. Plus, is Unai Simón really the best goalkeeper in the world? Can Javier Aguirre save Valencia from relegation? And why are Napoli not making the most of their rich hotbed of talent?
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