Danny Murphy jokes he could get sacked as he avoids airing view of James Tarkowski’s video with wife goes viral

James Tarkowski's appearance in a new reality TV show has left Danny Murphy joking he would get sacked if he offered up his true feelings.

The Everton defender features in upcoming Amazon docuseries Married To The Game alongside partner Samantha.

Fans will be given a behind-the-scenes look into the professional and personal lives of footballer's significant others.

And a video of Tarkowski's flirting technique from the show has gone viral, with the 31-year-old gushing over his 'gorgeous' wife — much to the shock 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 Tarkowski's brought the ball up the pitch, he said: «Here is Tarkowski, bringing the ball up towards [the] halfway [line].

»His major role by the way in the trailer that I've seen so far for that reality TV show is his ability to flirt."

Offering up a dry reaction, Liverpool icon Murphy then remarked: «I really don't want to start commenting on that, I might lose my radio platform.»

He continued: «On a serious note with that, I am a big believer of when you are a footballer, you should very rarely drift from that focus of what you do.

»And dabbling in other things takes your focus away.

«It can affect your performance, I don't care what anyone says. I've seen it so often.»

Having the final say, Matterface concluded: «Well, Tarkowski will argue that he's allowed to have outside interest.»

Along with Tarkowski, Arsenal midfielder Jorginho features in the show, along with ex-Manchester City pair Riyad Mahrez and Ilkay Gundogan.

As does Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Matt Turner and his partner, with the six-part series set for release on Friday.