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 shouts instructions during Arsenal's pre-season friendly against Tottenham

Sources at club “expect” Arsenal to try signing their star player, claims Fabrizio Romano

Fabrizio Romano claims that sources close to Crystal Palace are expecting an Arsenal approach for Eberechi Eze before the end of the...

Aug 1 2025, 6:23

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Viktor Gyokeres in action on his Arsenal debut against Tottenham

Arsenal player ratings as Viktor Gyokeres makes impressive Gunners debut vs Tottenham

Arsenal suffered their first defeat of pre-season as their north London rivals Tottenham beat them 1-0 in a friendly in Hong Kong....

Jul 31 2025, 15:09

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Nicolas Jackson and Moises Caicedo in the pre-match warm-up for Chelsea

“I’m on a mission” – Manchester United transfer target breaks silence over his future

Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson has spoken out on his future following recent transfer links with Manchester United. The Blues have signed both...

Jul 31 2025, 14:33

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Alexander Isak in action for Newcastle, plus yellow 'breaking news' banner

Talks progressing well: Alexander Isak camp increasingly hopeful over stunning Liverpool transfer

Talks between Liverpool and Newcastle United over the potential transfer of Alexander Isak are reportedly progressing well. That’s according to Sky Germany...

Jul 31 2025, 13:55

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Fabrizio Romano says deal “agreed” as Chelsea transfer target decides his future

Chelsea look to have missed out on the potential transfer of Manchester City youngster Nico O’Reilly, as he’s reportedly set to sign...

Jul 31 2025, 13:21

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Chelsea signing player with “excellent technical skills” as journalist reveals what position he’ll play

Chelsea are closing in on the signing of talented young defender Jorrel Hato, but it’s not yet clear what his best position...

Jul 31 2025, 12:03

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Nick Woltemade in action for Germany Under-21s

Newcastle and Man United set for £40m battle to sign giant centre-forward

Newcastle and Manchester United are reportedly both keen on the potential £40m transfer of Stuttgart striker Nick Woltemade. The Germany international, who...

Jul 31 2025, 11:32

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Leeds United manager Daniel Farke looks on during a pre-season friendly

Leeds have green light to sign striker in £34m deal

Leeds United have reportedly been given the green light to complete a potential £34m transfer deal for Roma striker Artem Dovbyk. The...

Jul 31 2025, 10:58

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Roberto Piccoli celebrates with his Cagliari teammates

West Ham in talks to sign £25m striker this weekend

West Ham United are reportedly in talks over the potential £25m transfer of Cagliari striker Roberto Piccoli. The talented 24-year-old is starting...

Jul 31 2025, 10:05

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Journalist reveals a major problem Newcastle United have in the transfer market

Fabrizio Romano has explained why Newcastle United have a problem in this summer’s transfer window despite their strong performances in recent years....

Jul 31 2025, 9:34

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