Michael Owen brings his Ballon d’Or trophy for this episode and he leaves Rio Ferdinand in no doubt about how good he felt he was as a young player.

Rio has wanted to do this interview for years because he wanted to show everyone watching and listening a different side to one of just four Englishman to win the most coveted individual award in world football.

After admitting he was on the decline when he got the Ballon d’Or, Owen discusses his career and the unshakeable self-belief he had in his own ability from when he was a schoolboy.

He names the striker who impresses him most in the game today, reveals his concerns about the lack of good English strikers and states why he’s so confused about Harry Kane’s move to Bayern Munich.

Owen also has his say on the comparisons between himself and Wayne Rooney, the differences between him and Robbie Fowler and why he’s still adamant that nobody will ever get close to his achievements at such a young age.

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Welcome back to Rio Reacts! The summer transfer window is heating up as it comes to a close and there's a lot to discuss.

In this episode, we're diving into everything going on at Manchester United. First up, we'll break down the latest from Ruben Amorim's passionate press conference ahead of Man Utd vs Burnley

We'll then get into all the latest transfer gossip, including:

Antony's potential move back to Spain

Garnacho's £40m move to Chelsea

The future of young star Kobbie Mainoo

And updates on Sancho, Malacia, and Højlund

Plus, we'll look at a realistic midfield option for Man Utd as the window closes in Ederson

I'll be answering your questions from 'Rio's Group Chat' on Instagram, covering everything from tactics to the club's future.

Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

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Welcome to Rio Reacts! I'm here in my new studio, and with the transfer window in its final week, there's nowhere else I'd rather be. Today, we're diving into the absolute madness at Manchester United!

TRANSFER CHAOS:

Rasmus Hojlund: We break down the loan deal that has him on his way to Napoli. Is this the fresh start he needs, or a tough call for the club?

Jadon Sancho: He's reportedly turned down a move to Roma, and I explain why I think it's all about the numbers and a major sticking point in the deal.

The Goalkeeper Problem: I give my unfiltered opinion on the uncertainty around Onana and Bayindir, and why Man Utd is pushing for a signing like Senne Lammens. This whole situation just takes me back to the days of Schmeichel and Van der Sar...

Midfield Flaw: I analyze why our midfield is the team's biggest weakness—we're lacking the physicality and legs to truly control games. Is Bruno being used too deep?

RIO'S TACTICAL INSIGHTS:

I'm calling for patience after just two games, but I also give my blueprint for success: a compact team, strong in the first 10 minutes, that can build on those positive spells.

FAN Q&A:

I open up my Instagram broadcast channel to hear your opinions! We get into some passionate debates on signing a new goalkeeper and a holding six. I also go on a rant about who was responsible for letting David De Gea leave the club!

Don't forget to stay tuned! We have some great interviews dropping soon with Wayne Rooney and Michael Owen.

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Rio is joined by Ste and Joel to discuss the difference in performance between Manchester United’s games with Arsenal and Fulham. Rio explains why there could be a difference for some players and details how he would work with Altay Bayindir to improve the team’s defence at corners.

Joel looks into the comparison between Paul Scholes and Kobbie Mainoo who remained on the bench for the second game in succession and another young player is praised for his approach and mentality after making his Premier League debut aged just 15. Rio also reveals what he was doing at the same age as Max Dowman and it’s fair to say there’s quite a difference!

Rio also analyses the difference between Ederson and Donarumma who looks set to join Manchester City and revels in both Ste and Joel showing humility following Jack Grealish’s performance and two assists on his Everton home debut.

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Welcome! Today we're diving into the biggest transfer saga of the summer: the situation with Alexander Isak at Newcastle. The player is reportedly frustrated after feeling a promise was broken, but what's really going on behind closed doors?

In this video, we discuss:

From a player's perspective: The raw frustration of a promise being broken and why a written agreement is the only thing that matters in modern football.

The Newcastle asking price: Why revealing the number is the key to gaining fan sympathy. Is the club's valuation of £150m unrealistic, or are they deliberately pricing him out of a move?

Transfer negotiations: An unfiltered take on player loyalty, and why forcing an issue is sometimes the only way to get a transfer done.

A personal experience: Drawing on my own past experience at Leeds, I explain why I understand the player's position and what it takes to stand your ground.

Let us know your thoughts in the comments: Should Isak tell the fans the real asking price?

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Rio is joined by Joel and Ste to discuss Arsenal’s victory at Old Trafford including how the performances of defenders Luke Shaw and Leny Yoro gave Ruben Amorim’s side the ideal platform to look dangerous in attack.

After a lot of negativity on social media about Arsenal's summer signing Viktor Gyokeres - Rio looks at whether he will be effective as the club’s talisman and there’s praise for Manchester City’s new signings Tijjani Reijnders and Ryan Cherki who gets compared to Jack Grealish.

And at the time of the season where there’s huge focus on players’ sharpness, fitness and physicality, we invite Dan Edwards onto the pod. He has worked with some of the world’s leading players like Trent Alexander-Arnold, Eduardo Camavinga and Bryan Mbuemo and he details why the work he does is so valuable whilst responding to claims by some clubs that working with 1on1 coaches is ‘dangerous’.

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Welcome to the channel! The transfer window is in full swing and we've got a bombshell coming out of Old Trafford. Manchester United's new priority is Carlos Baleba!

We dive deep into the reported £100m bid for the Brighton star and ask the big questions:

Why is Baleba "the one" for United's midfield?

What are his key attributes, and who is he best suited to play alongside?

Could other United players like Mbeumo and Onana have played a role in persuading him to join?

But that's not all! The transfer window is in full chaos:

Hojlund is OUT! Fabrizio Romano has confirmed his loan deal to AC Milan is close to completion. United are clear: they want him to go. We break down the details of the deal.

Donnarumma is being linked with a move to United and City after quotes from his agent and manager. Is a Premier League switch on the cards?

Jack Grealish to Everton on a loan-to-buy? The rumour of a £50m move is a real surprise!

We also give a huge shout-out to Brighton for their incredible business, with insane fees for players like Caicedo, Pedro, and Cucurella. Are they the best club in the world at buying and selling?

Let us know what you think of all this transfer madness in the comments!

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