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Gab & Juls Meet: ESPN writers discuss soccer with the game's most influential people

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Why Cristiano Ronaldo nearly didn't sign for Manchester United (1:59)

Football agent Giovanni Branchini explains on Gab & Juls Meets why he suggested to Cristiano Ronaldo's agent that he should sign for Manchester United. (1:59)

"Gab & Juls Meet" is the latest podcast from the ESPN FC family, in which Gabriele Marcotti and Julien Laurens are joined by the game's most influential people for in-depth conversations about the state of the sport and their impact upon it.

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March 1, 2022: Sami Khedira

The former Germany and Real Madrid midfielder discusses a broad range of topics, including playing with Cristiano Ronaldo, winning the World Cup and Champions League and the challenge of rehabbing after injury.

Stream podcast: Gab and Juls Meet Sami Khedira

Jan. 11, 2022: Gael Clichy

Former Arsenal, Manchester City and France left-back discusses his career, which saw him play for Arsenal's "Invincibles," win four league titles with three teams in two countries and represent France at major tournaments.

Stream podcast: Gab and Juls Meet Gael Clichy

Dec. 21, 2021: Giovanni Branchini

The Italian agent discusses his career in football, including his roles in bringing Ronaldo from Brazil to Europe, Cristiano Ronaldo's original move to Manchester United and convincing Pep Guardiola to join Bayern Munich.

Stream podcast: Gab and Juls Meet Giovanni Branchini

Dec. 7, 2021: Victor Montagliani

The CONCACAF president and FIFA vice-president discusses his rise in soccer administration, Arsene Wenger's ambitious plans for international football, Super League proposals and how Alphonso Davies was discovered.

Stream podcast: Gab and Juls Meet Victor Montagliani