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

Man Utd want Saul Niguez as Pogba replacement
  • 25 Aug 2021

Saul Niguez: What type of player is the Chelsea and Man Utd target?

Three reasons why Man Utd re-signing Cristiano Ronaldo would be a big mistake
  • 25 Aug 2021

'The sooner Ronaldo leaves, the better!' - ex-Juventus president wants Real Madrid icon out

Jadon Sancho, Manchester United, 2021/22
  • 24 Aug 2021

Top 10 spending clubs in summer transfer window so far

Lionel Messi, Barcelona, 2020/21, La Liga
  • 23 Aug 2021

Messi labelled as a 'cash incinerator' by West Ham vice-chairperson

Pape Matar Sarr of Metz is wanted by Chelsea, Man Utd, Man City and Real Madrid
  • 23 Aug 2021

Tottenham have agreement in place for Pape Matar Sarr

How Man United could scupper Liverpool’s pursuit of Kylian Mbappe
  • 23 Aug 2021

The fewest goals in the top five leagues - La Liga needs Mbappe

Arteta claims that Arsenal insiders were trying to ‘hurt’ the club
  • 23 Aug 2021

Arsenal fans a disgrace for confronting Arteta in car

Raphael Varane unveiled as Man Utd player
  • 21 Aug 2021

Solskjaer reveals why Man Utd pursued Varane, gives Pogba update

Real Madrid target Kylian Mbappe playing for PSG
  • 21 Aug 2021

Ancelotti: I don't care if Mbappe signs with Real Madrid

Joaquin Correa, Lazio
  • 21 Aug 2021

Everton target Correa wants Inter move, not to Goodison Park

Kylian Mbappe celebrates scoring against Barcelona for PSG in the Champions League, 2020/21
  • 21 Aug 2021

Real Madrid's Mbappe plan revealed

Who could sign Paul Pogba from Man Utd?
  • 21 Aug 2021

Pogba to PSG back on? Pochettino gives his opinion...

Arsenal and Coutinho are Barca’s last hope for a successful January
  • 21 Aug 2021

Coutinho & the six players who could still leave Barcelona this summer

Juventus star Cristiano Ronaldo
  • 20 Aug 2021

How Juventus will line up with Ronaldo in 2021-22

Who is Sassuolo’s Manuel Locatelli? Midfield artist wanted by Juventus and Man City
  • 20 Aug 2021

Arsenal target Locatelli insists his mind was always on Juventus

Lukaku ends Chelsea return rumours: I’m staying with Inter
  • 20 Aug 2021

How did Conte help Lukaku improve at Inter?

Man Utd target Trippier goes second in La Liga for assists
  • 20 Aug 2021

Revealed: What Man Utd and Arsenal have been told to pay for Trippier

The Barcelona player who has surprised me the most is Pedri, says Koeman
  • 20 Aug 2021

Barcelona begin 'Operation Pedri'

Real Betis GTA transfer announcement
  • 20 Aug 2021

WATCH: The best transfer announcement EVER - GTA IV: Real Betis Edition

Real Madrid target Kylian Mbappe playing for PSG
  • 21 Aug 2021

Man City should sign Mbappe this summer they can't get Kane, says Carragher