Martin Macdonald

Martin Macdonald

Writer

Content writer covering football, formula 1 and movies

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About Martin Macdonald

Martin has been a passionate football fan since a young age. Initially interested in Scottish and English football, he eventually became a Spanish football expert while compiling match reports and doing live text commentaries on La Liga fixtures, particularly in the era of dominance from Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Like every football fan of a certain vintage, he has a soft spot for the glory days of Serie A, too.

In addition to his duties with FootballTransfers, Martin continues to write content for MovieMeter and has conducted cast interviews and attended press screenings of new releases, alongside his writing.

He also works in operations with RealTimes Network so contributes to the business across numerous platforms.

Area of Expertise

Over the course of his 15-year career, Martin developed an expansive skillset and has written thousands upon thousands of articles for a variety of media publishers. These range from interviews, to straight news stories, to features, to lists, to live text commentaries.

Experience in the field

Starting at GOAL and Perform Media before moving to RealTimes, Martin was formerly the Chief Editor of MovieMeter.com and has also written for FightFans, GPFans and MSN, in addition to FootballTransfers.

Editorial approach

While it may have been in the case historically that getting something out before anyone is the most important aspect of journalism, Martin believes in getting the facts right and researching to provide in-depth content to our readers.

Profile last updated: 20 April 2026

Articles from Martin Macdonald

Sergio Aguero, Barcelona, 2021-22
  • 10 Sept 2021

Did Aguero have a 'Messi clause' in his Barcelona deal?

Why Arsenal should try and sign Leicester City’s Youri Tielemans
  • 9 Sept 2021

Where would Tielemans fit in at Man Utd, Barcelona or Real Madrid?

Kessie rejects new Milan deal: Where could he go next?
  • 9 Sept 2021

Kessie opens the door to Milan departure by rejecting contract offer

Lionel Messi, PSG, 2021/22
  • 9 Sept 2021

Barca feel Messi's absence as sponsor set to cut ties

Youssef En-Nesyri, Sevilla, Arsenal target
  • 9 Sept 2021

Who is Youssef En-Nesyri? Arsenal's perfect replacement for Aubameyang

Eduardo Camavinga signs for Real Madrid
  • 8 Sept 2021

Camavinga in disbelief at 'dream' Real Madrid transfer

Barcelona's Antoine Griezmann playing in a friendly against Girona prior to the 2021/22 La Liga season
  • 8 Sept 2021

Did Koeman want Barcelona to get rid of Griezmann?

Koeman’s future at Barcelona will be decided ‘in a week or 10 days’ says president Laporta
  • 8 Sept 2021

Koeman explains how Barcelona can be BETTER without Messi

Genk striker Paul Onuachu
  • 8 Sept 2021

Liverpool pushed to sign Genk striker Onuachu

Lionel Messi, Barcelona, 2020/21, La Liga
  • 6 Sept 2021

Barcelona's dream XI: How the Blaugrana wanted to line up this season

What a waste of money! Why did Man Utd sign Van de Beek if he doesn’t play?
  • 6 Sept 2021

Van de Beek lambasted by Van Basten: 'He's not that good'

Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo
  • 6 Sept 2021

Who are favourites to win the Premier League after the transfer window?

How many Real Madrid games has Eden Hazard missed through injury?
  • 6 Sept 2021

Hazard defends injury record: 'I want to prove my worth at Real Madrid'

Arteta claims that Arsenal insiders were trying to ‘hurt’ the club
  • 6 Sept 2021

'Allardyce would undoubtedly do a better job at Arsenal that Arteta'

Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez playing in the Premier League for Aston Villa
  • 6 Sept 2021

Martinez: I never wanted to join Arsenal

How much does Mohamed Salah earn and what is the Egypt legend’s net worth?
  • 6 Sept 2021

Five alternatives to Salah for Liverpool

Man City target Jack Grealish playing in the Premier League for Aston Villa
  • 4 Sept 2021

The 10 clubs to make the most money from transfer sales this summer

Real Madrid transfer target Kylian Mbappe playing for PSG in Ligue 1, 2020/21
  • 3 Sept 2021

How Real Madrid can spend the €200m saved on Mbappe

Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Haaland is wanted by Europe's top clubs
  • 3 Sept 2021

Haaland tipped for inevitable move to the Premier League by Wenger

Erling Haaland has 49 goals in 49 appearances for Borussia Dortmund
  • 3 Sept 2021

Chelsea's dream XI: How the Blues wanted to line up this season