Danny Murphy Jokes That He Could Be Fired Because He Avoids Broadcasting View Of James Tarkowski's Video With His Wife That Goes Viral
James Tarkowski's appearance on a new reality show left Danny Murphy joking that he would be fired if he revealed his true feelings..
He Everton The defender appears in the upcoming Amazon documentary series Married To The Game alongside his partner Samantha.
Fans will be able to see behind the scenes of the professional and personal lives of the footballer's important people.
and a video Tarkowski's flirting technique on the show has gone viral, with the 31-year-old raving about his “beautiful” wife, much to the surprise of his better half.
The clip was mentioned by talkSPORT commentator Sam Matterface on Monday night during the Toffees' 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace at Goodison Park.
As Tarkowskihas brought the ball up the field, he said: “Here's Tarkowski, carrying the ball toward the middle of the field.”
“By the way, her main role in the trailer I've seen so far for that reality show is her ability to flirt.”
Offering a curt reaction, Liverpool icon Murphy commented: “I don't really want to start commenting on it, I might lose my radio platform.”
He continued: “Seriously, I firmly believe that when you are a footballer, you should rarely stray from the focus of what you do.
“And dabbling in other things takes away your concentration.
“It can affect your performance, I don't care what they say. I've seen it too often.”
Matterface had the last word, concluding, “Well, Tarkowski will argue that he's allowed to have outside interests.”
Along with Tarkowski, Arsenal midfielder Jorginho appears on the show, along with former Manchester City couple Riyad Mahrez and Ilkay Gundogan.
As will Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Matt Turner and his partner, and the six-part series will premiere on Friday.