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Mark Brus

Editor-in-Chief of CaughtOffside. Mark is a highly experienced transfer news journalist, having worked with major national newspapers in the UK before taking on the lead role at CaughtOffside. He has been instrumental in recruiting the very best football journalists for CaughtOffside (including Fabrizio Romano, Christian Falk, Charles Watts and Alfredo Pedulla) and, alongside Fabrizio Romano, founded 'the Daily Briefing', which is the #1 football newsletter on Substack.

Mikel Arteta and Leon Goretzka
Enquiry made: Arsenal have explored Deadline Day move to sign Bayern Munich star
Arsenal have reportedly made an enquiry about Bayern Munich central midfielder Leon Goretzka, though a move currently looks unlikely. That’s according to...
Arsenal FC
Sandro Tonali and Ollie Watkins
“In March…” – Agent breaks silence as Chelsea rival Arsenal for exciting transfer
Sandro Tonali’s agent has spoken out on the transfer rumours circulating about his client today as Arsenal and Chelsea are both linked...
Chelsea FC Manchester City
Sandro Tonali and David Ornstein
David Ornstein confirms Arsenal have explored Sandro Tonali transfer
David Ornstein has reported on Sandro Tonali and Arsenal after some surprise rumours doing the rounds earlier today. Posting on X just...
Arsenal FC Newcastle United FC
Pep Guardiola during a press conference
Three main candidates eyed as Pep Guardiola expected to leave Manchester City this summer
Manchester City reportedly have Xabi Alonso, Enzo Maresca, and Cesc Fabregas as their three main candidates to replace Pep Guardiola. According to...
Manchester City
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta applauds the fans
“Actively looking” – Arteta sends message to Arsenal chiefs over “need” for Deadline Day signing
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has sent what sounds like a pretty strong and clear message to the club over some Deadline Day...
Arsenal FC
James Wilson of Hearts is being linked with Arsenal and Tottenham
Talks held: Tottenham launch surprise move to hijack Arsenal transfer deal on Deadline Day
Tottenham are reportedly working on a deal for talented young Hearts striker James Wilson, who is also a Deadline Day target for...
Tottenham FC Arsenal FC
Chelsea's Tyrique George in action
Report: Chelsea star having medical ahead of Deadline Day transfer to PL rivals
Chelsea winger Tyrique George is reportedly having a medical with Everton ahead of a potential Deadline Day loan with a permanent transfer...
Chelsea FC Everton FC
Sandro Tonali of Newcastle, and the Arsenal FC logo
Sandro Tonali to Arsenal transfer story gets brutal response from Newcastle sources
Newcastle United sources have seemingly been left less than impressed by the Sandro Tonali to Arsenal transfer story that broke earlier today....
Arsenal FC Newcastle United FC
Fabrizio Romano and Chelsea FC logo
Agreement reached: PL club waiting for Chelsea star’s “final answer” on transfer – Fabrizio Romano
Fabrizio Romano says a verbal agreement is in place between Chelsea and West Ham for the transfer of Axel Disasi. According to...
Chelsea FC West Ham FC
Tyrell Malacia reacts during a game for Manchester United
“Bizarre” – Man United star’s transfer suddenly collapses after director’s last-minute intervention
Tyrell Malacia’s transfer away from Manchester United has reportedly collapsed at the last minute after a dramatic intervention from Jason Wilcox. The...
Manchester United FC
Florian Wirtz reacts during Liverpool's defeat against Bournemouth
“This is how football works” – Arne Slot sends message to Florian Wirtz after difficult moment
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has sent a message to Florian Wirtz after a difficult moment against Bournemouth which he made up for...
Liverpool FC
Liverpool manager Arne Slot looks on, plus 'breaking news' banner
Deadline set: Liverpool transfer target given 48 hours to decide his future
Liverpool may reportedly have been given a boost in their rumoured transfer pursuit of Bayern Munich central defender Dayot Upamecano. The France...
Liverpool FC