Why Premier League Academies are Scaling Up

<p>Earlier this month, after years of hard work and preparation the academies of Burnley, Leeds and Crystal Palace were upgraded to Category One status. It is evidence of a larger trend of clubs investing more heavily in their academies and renovating their training grounds.</p> <p>Today, we explain why Premier League clubs are increasing their spending on their academies and what it might mean for the future of British football. </p> <p>Guests:</p> <p>Matt Woosnam (<a href= "https://twitter.com/MattWoosie">@MattWoosie</a>) covers Crystal Palace for The Athletic.</p> <p>Simon Austin (<a href= "https://twitter.com/sport_simon">@sport_simon</a>) is the Founder and Director of the website, <a href= "https://trainingground.guru/">Training Ground Guru</a>. He also co-hosts the <a href= "https://trainingground.guru/podcasts">Training Ground Guru podcast</a> with Josh Schneider-Weiler.</p> <p>Support Us:</p> <p><a href="https://www.patreon.com/FootballToday" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.patreon.com/FootballToday</a></p> <p>Follow Us:</p> <p><a href="https://twitter.com/FT_Podcast_" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">@FT_Podcast_</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.footballtodaypodcast.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.FootballTodayPodcast.com</a></p> <p> </p>