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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.

Ederson, John Stones, and Manuel Akanji celebrate
Bid made: Galatasaray working to sign Manchester City star on the cheap
Galatasaray have reportedly made a bid of around €3m for the potential transfer of Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson. The Brazilian shot-stopper is...
Manchester City
Mikel Arteta and Noni Madueke
“I’m told…” – Journalist claims two Arsenal stars talked Mikel Arteta into surprise signing
Noni Madueke’s transfer to Arsenal is now official, and it seems Mikel Arteta got glowing reviews on the England winger from some...
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Man United breaking news
“Medical today” – Man United finalising exciting transfer, announcement to follow – Fabrizio Romano
Manchester United are finalising their transfer move for Brentford right winger Bryan Mbeumo, with the player set for a medical today. That’s...
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Xavi Simons celebrates with his RB Leipzig teammates
Sources: €60m star’s agents have “begun talks” with Arsenal, Chelsea & Tottenham
The agents of RB Leipzig attacking midfielder Xavi Simons have begun talks with Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham over a potential summer transfer....
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Ethan Nwaneri celebrates with the UEFA European Under-21 Championship trophy
Fully agreed and signed: Arsenal complete another hugely important deal this summer
Arsenal’s busy summer continues as the Gunners have struck another hugely important deal by tying Ethan Nwaneri down to a new contract....
Arsenal FC
Bryan Mbeumo and Ruben Amorim
Manager speaks out on “fantastic player” and “deserved” Manchester United transfer move
Manchester United look to be adding a “fantastic player” to their squad with their transfer deal for Brentford right winger Bryan Mbeumo....
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Morten Hjulmand in action for Sporting against Celtic
Sources: Man United still in the race to sign €50m-rated Ruben Amorim favourite
Manchester United remain in the race for the potential transfer of Sporting Lisbon central midfielder Morten Hjulmand, CaughtOffside understands. Well-connected sources have...
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Eberechi Eze in action for Crystal Palace
Sources: Chelsea hold “new talks” in head-to-head battle with Arsenal for playmaker transfer
Chelsea have been in contact with the representatives of Crystal Palace attacking midfielder Eberechi Eze in a bid to beat Arsenal to...
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Alexander Isak close-up, and yellow 'breaking news' banner
Surprise new club in for Alexander Isak as Newcastle look to block Liverpool transfer
Liverpool could reportedly be about to face surprise competition for the transfer of Newcastle United centre-forward Alexander Isak. According to trusted Italian...
Liverpool FC Newcastle United FC
Xavi Simons celebrates a goal for RB Leipzig
Chelsea set to be offered €50m attacking midfield maestro who’s desperate for PL transfer
Chelsea are reportedly expected to be offered the chance to discuss a transfer deal for RB Leipzig attacking midfielder Xavi Simons. The...
Chelsea FC
Alfie Gilchrist with Chelsea in May 2024
“Set to leave Chelsea” – Journalist claims Saudi clubs have made approaches for Blues star
Chelsea defender Alfie Gilchrist is reportedly the subject of transfer interest from clubs in the Championship and the Saudi Pro League. The...
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Bryan Mbeumo and David Ornstein
Deal finally agreed: Man United closing in on £71m transfer, says David Ornstein
Manchester United and Brentford have reportedly finally reached an agreement over the transfer of Cameroon international winger Bryan Mbeumo. The Red Devils...
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