Robin Bairner

Robin Bairner

Robin Bairner is an eminent digital football journalist who has been writing about the sport for major global publishers since 2006, specialising in Ligue 1 and Scottish football. He has been chief editor of the FootballTransfers global edition since its launch in 2020. Previously Bairner had been a key member of the editorial team which helped Goal.com become the world’s biggest football website. He covered multiple major competitions as a correspondent for Goal including the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, where he had the opportunity to work in Fortaleza. Among his highlights of the competition was Brazil’s quarter-final victory over Colombia.

Two years later, Robin was heavily involved at Euro 2016 as he reported on France’s run to the final, while at Russia 2018 he was Goal’s Ekaterinburg correspondent. These roles not only allowed him to develop a written profile, but also provided the opportunity to work on camera.

Writing about football has always been a passion and Robin has produced notable features on a freelance basis for highly creditable publications such as The Blizzard and When Saturday Comes.

On top of this, Bairner has published exclusive transfer news on several of the world game’s leading players, including Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi.

Articles from Robin Bairner

Ruben Amorim, Man Utd, 2025/26
  • 22 Dec 2025

Man Utd transfer mission accomplished as €40m offer made

Former Barcelona player Dani Alves is planning to return to professional football
  • 22 Dec 2025

From prison back to the pitch – Dani Alves ready to return after three years away

Vinicius Junior, Real Madrid, 2025/26
  • 22 Dec 2025

Vinicius Junior under fire as Real Madrid prepare controversial move

Arne Slot, Alexander Isak, Liverpool, 2025/26
  • 22 Dec 2025

Liverpool react instantly to Alexander Isak injury: Transfer decision made

Enzo Maresca, Chelsea, 2025/26
  • 22 Dec 2025

Chelsea eye €50m striker who wants ‘DREAM’ return

Ruben Amorim, Man Utd, 2025/26
  • 22 Dec 2025

Ruben Amorim sends Man Utd SHOCKING January transfer message

Fabrizio Romano, transfer news, Alexander Isak, Antoine Semenyo
  • 22 Dec 2025

Fabrizio Romano Transfer News: Isak INJURY update, Semenyo BATTLE, Rogers January DEAL?

Ousmane Dembele, Arsenal
  • 21 Dec 2025

Ousmane Dembele to Arsenal: ‘Unease’ at PSG opens door to dream move

Alexander Isak's injury threatens to change Arne Slot and Liverpool's transfer plans
  • 21 Dec 2025

Isak ACL injury? What Liverpool's worst fears would mean for Salah, Semenyo and January plans

Evan Ferguson, Celtic v Roma, 2025/26
  • 21 Dec 2025

Celtic get green light for Evan Ferguson deal from Roma

Arne Slot, Alexander Isak, Liverpool, 2025/26
  • 21 Dec 2025

Liverpool ready to SELL Alexander Isak as ‘real path’ to new club emerges

Unai Emery, Aston Villa
  • 20 Dec 2025

Aston Villa chase Barcelona star as injury prompts Emery to move

Mohamed Salah, Liverpool, Cristiano Ronaldo
  • 20 Dec 2025

FIFA blocks Mohamed Salah joining Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr

Rúben Amorim, Manchester United
  • 20 Dec 2025

Man Utd January transfer revelation: Top source confirms ‘sure’ Amorim target

Nico Williams, Athletic Club, 2025/26
  • 20 Dec 2025

Nico Williams transfer bomb: Spain star ‘determined’ to move after 10-year deal agreed

Everton manager David Moyes should look at signing Angel Gomes in January
  • 20 Dec 2025

Everton can unlock striker problem as England star goes on the market

Scott McTominay, Napoli, Man Utd
  • 20 Dec 2025

Man Utd myth busted by Scott McTominay as Napoli star explains ‘improvement’ claim

Rayan Cherki has been warned he needs to be more like Lionel Messi by Man City boss Pep Guardiola
  • 20 Dec 2025

Rayan Cherki: Pep Guardiola sends Lionel Messi warning to Man City’s latest superstar

Ruben Amorim, Man Utd, 2025/26
  • 20 Dec 2025

Amorim is right to challenge a Man Utd tradition the fans love

Sir Alex Ferguson, former Man Utd manager
  • 19 Dec 2025

Sir Alex Ferguson hails Man Utd summer signing but warns title wait could last 10 years