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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.

Franco Mastantuono celebrates with his River Plate teammates
Report: Manchester United consider move for £38m Chelsea transfer target
Manchester United are reportedly considering making a move for River Plate wonderkid Franco Mastantuono this summer. The Red Devils are the latest...
Kevin De Bruyne and Unai Emery
Talks held: Aston Villa discussing move to beat Chelsea to transfer of CL winner
Aston Villa have reportedly held some internal discussions over a potential transfer move for Manchester City star Kevin De Bruyne. The Belgium...
Thomas Partey and William Saliba in Arsenal training
Exclusive: Arsenal star’s camp indicates transfer situation has changed in last few days
Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey faces an uncertain future as he nears the end of his contract at the Emirates Stadium. The Gunners...
Arsenal players celebrate against Brentford
“Expected to leave” – Fabrizio Romano reveals offer made to exit-bound Arsenal star
Arsenal midfielder Jorginho is reportedly still expected to leave the club this summer, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano. Posting on his official...
Rafael Leao celebrates a goal for AC Milan
Sources claim Chelsea held talks with Jorge Mendes this week over superstar transfer
Chelsea have reportedly had initial talks with Jorge Mendes this week over a potential transfer move for AC Milan forward Rafael Leao....
Martin Zubimendi and Mikel Arteta
Andrea Berta being tasked with finalising major Arsenal signing, club remain confident
Arsenal’s new sporting director Andrea Berta is being tasked with finalising the transfer of Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi. The Italian recently...
Ethan Nwaneri, Bukayo Saka, Mikel Arteta and Thomas Partey of Arsenal
“On top of it” – Mikel Arteta issues encouraging update on Arsenal star’s future
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta seems relaxed about Bukayo Saka’s future at the Emirates Stadium, saying he’s sure the club are “on top...
Pedro Neto and Jadon Sancho celebrate for Chelsea
Exclusive: Chelsea have already completed £25m summer signing, club happy with “smart investment”
Chelsea have already activated the clause to make Jadon Sancho’s transfer from Manchester United permanent, CaughtOffside understands. The Blues remain happy with...
Antoine Semenyo in action for Bournemouth vs Crystal Palace
Club preparing to bank £150m as Arsenal, Liverpool & Man Utd eye wide-forward transfer
Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester United are reportedly among the clubs eyeing up a transfer deal for Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo this summer....
Kevin De Bruyne celebrates with Ruben Dias
Talks being held: Chelsea chiefs weighing up surprise transfer move for Man City star
Chelsea chiefs are reportedly holding internal discussions over the possibility of re-signing Belgian midfield maestro Kevin De Bruyne from Manchester City this...
Liverpool, Chelsea and Arsenal flags
New development: Chelsea move ahead of Liverpool & Arsenal in £50m transfer battle
Chelsea have reportedly moved into the lead in the race to sign £50m-rated Bournemouth defender Dean Huijsen this summer. Liverpool and Arsenal...
Jamie Vardy reacts to a shoulder injury
Jamie Vardy receives lucrative offer to join club abroad
Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy has received lucrative offers from MLS clubs ahead of the summer transfer window. It seems a final...