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Tom McNeil

Writer for Caughtoffside.com. St Johnstone fan and scout for an English League two side. I try to focus on the weird and bizarre happenings in football. Also trying to start some sort of crusade against VAR.

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“He was the top player” Martin Odegaard reveals the former Arsenal star he idolised as a kid
It’s always important to win the fans over at a new club as quickly as possible, so declaring your admiration for one...
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The two conversations that helped convince Martin Odegaard to sign for Arsenal
Obviously finances and playing time are big factors for a player when they make a decision over a transfer, but they’re just...
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Barcelona could sign key target this month with hope that his wage and transfer fee will be deferred
In the real world we find ourselves inundated with “buy now, pay later” offers, and it appears that’s now translated to the...
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Immediate transfer boost for Chelsea as Thomas Tuchel puts them back in play to sign world class free agent in the summer
It looks a bit like Chelsea were coasting in the last few weeks as the squad waited for Frank Lampard to be...
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Agent clarifies rumours on exit for Arsenal ace as he sets a timescale for his departure
While things were looking pretty grim for Arsenal towards the end of last year, it now appears that things are looking up....
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Video: Excellent cross from Saka allows Lacazette to put Arsenal 3-1 up against Southampton
Mikel Arteta has been brave in picking the younger players in recent weeks, and Bukayo Saka has repaid that faith tonight with...
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“I would like to return to Chelsea” – Former Chelsea star confirms his intention to return to Stamford Bridge
Fans are usually split on players who decide to move to a club purely for financial reasons rather than sporting ones, but...
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Video: Bukayo Saka punishes dreadful goalkeeping decision to put Arsenal ahead vs Southampton
The early signs were ominous for Arsenal tonight as they went down to an early Stuart Armstrong goal, but they did well...
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Man United agree to sanction loan move for winger this month
While Man United do have some depth options in the squad, it’s clear that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has a core group of...
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Video: Dreadful start for Arsenal as Armstrong punishes sleepy Pepe with the opener for Southampton
There’s an ongoing argument about defending set-pieces and whether players should look to mark a man or a zone, but it’s a...
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Video: Stuart Dallas scores produces an unbelievable finish with his hand for Leeds vs Newcastle – goal ruled out
The introduction of VAR means that we’re unlikely to see any obvious handball goals in the Premier League anymore. That doesn’t mean...
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Man United forward appears to confirm his exit with a farewell message to the fans
Odion Ighalo has largely become a forgotten man at Old Trafford this season, so there was never any real suggestion that his...
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