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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.

Thomas Tuchel and Michael Owen
“I don’t care” – Michael Owen suggests radical tactic to prevent issue that could “kill” England at World Cup
Former England star Michael Owen has suggested a slightly radical tactic of reducing key players’ minutes during the 2026 World Cup. DOWNLOAD...
England National Team
Baris Alper Yilmaz in action for Galatasaray
22 G/A this season: Arsenal preparing offer for €50m attacker
Arsenal are reportedly looking to strengthen their attack with the potential €50m summer signing of Galatasaray winger Baris Alper Yilmaz. The talented...
Arsenal FC
Mikel Arteta and Manu Kone
From Italy: Arsenal make approach over potential €50m midfielder transfer
Arsenal are reportedly interested in Roma midfielder Manu Kone and have made initial contact to explore a transfer. The France international has...
Arsenal FC
“Bidding war would be insane” – Journalist provides update on in-demand Liverpool transfer target
If Bayern Munich open the door for Michael Olise, there could be an “insane” bidding war for the French winger, according to...
Lamine Yamal, Harry Kane, and Kylian Mbappe
Spain, France, or England? Most likely World Cup 2026 winners predicted by Supercomputer
Opta’s Supercomputer has had a go at predicting the most likely World Cup 2026 winners in the tournament in North America this...
England National Team
Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates Al Nassr's title win
The Saudi Pro League ‘Cheating’ Scandal Shows No Sign of Slowing: Will There be Collateral Damage?
The Saudi Pro League has once again found itself at the centre of controversy. This time, accusations of cheating and refereeing favouritism...
Chelsea FC logo on shirt
£26m star becomes surprise Chelsea transfer target but only on one condition
Chelsea could reportedly be tempted by the potential transfer of Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford later on this summer. However, it seems...
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Mateus Fernandes in action for West Ham against Tottenham
“Mentioned his name” – Fabrizio Romano provides update on Man Utd & Real Madrid £85m transfer battle
Manchester United and Real Madrid are reportedly both keen on Mateus Fernandes this summer, according to Fabrizio Romano. Jose Mourinho is said...
Manchester United FC West Ham FC
Matheus Nunes and Nico O'Reilly
Sources: Real Madrid hold “internal talks” over signing Manchester City duo
Real Madrid have held internal talks over signing Manchester City duo Matheus Nunes and Ruben Dias, as first reported here for the...
Manchester City
Matias Fernandez-Pardo in action for Belgium
Man United eyeing surprise transfer move for 13 G/A youngster
Manchester United are reportedly eyeing a surprise transfer move for Lille youngster Matias Fernandez-Pardo as one of their attacking midfield options. DOWNLOAD...
Manchester United FC
Gabriel Jesus and Ousmane Diomande
Leeds rival Arsenal & Chelsea for World Cup star with €50m asking price
Leeds United are reportedly showing a strong interest in highly-rated young Sporting Lisbon central defender Ousmane Diomande. The 22-year-old has long looked...
Chelsea FC Arsenal FC
Iliman Ndiaye and Michael Carrick
Report: Man United exploring ambitious £70m attacker transfer
Manchester United are reportedly exploring an ambitious potential transfer move for Everton winger Iliman Ndiaye. However, it’s seemingly felt that a deal...
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