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

Thibaut Courtois has agreed a new contract with Real Madrid

News
19 Jul 2025

CONFIRMED: Courtois signs new deal as Real Madrid refuse special treatment for goalkeeper

Erik ten Hag, Bayer Leverkusen

News
19 Jul 2025

Ten Hag HUMILIATED: Bayer Leverkusen lose 5-1 to Flamengo U20 in first match since Man Utd sacking

Hugo Ekitike, Frankfurt, Liverpool

News
19 Jul 2025

Liverpool get new Hugo Ekitike update fans will love: Transfer expert delivers positive news

Xabi Alonso, Real Madrid

News
18 Jul 2025

‘Highly confidential’ – Real Madrid transfer collapses after secret medical issues

Ruben Amorim, Man Utd

News
18 Jul 2025

Man Utd exit decision hints at next signing after Mbeumo

John Terry, Chelsea

News
18 Jul 2025

Have Chelsea found the new John Terry? Transfer expert delivers verdict on €46m target

Noni Madueke, Arsenal, 2025

DONE DEALS
19 Jul 2025

DONE DEALS: Every official completed transfer around Europe today as Arsenal sign Madueke

Man Utd are set to pay over the odds for Bryan Mbeumo

Analysis
18 Jul 2025

What Bryan Mbeumo's €82m transfer reveals about Man Utd RIGHT NOW

Neymar, Batman

News
18 Jul 2025

Neymar’s latest €1.3m buy will make Batman fans jealous – here’s what we know

Noni Madueke, Arsenal, 2025/26

Analysis
18 Jul 2025

Noni Madueke is ready to shock Arsenal supporters

Noni Madueke, Arsenal

Breaking
18 Jul 2025

Noni Madueke CONFIRMS Arsenal move with emotional social media post

Alexander Isak, Newcastle, 2024/25

News
18 Jul 2025

Alexander Isak transfer gets GREEN LIGHT: Newcastle exit one step away

Gio Reyna, Borussia Dortmund, 2024/25

News
18 Jul 2025

Gio Reyna gets €6m chance to save his career

Bryan Mbeumo, Man Utd

News
18 Jul 2025

Man Utd AGREE Mbeumo deal as Ratcliffe BUCKLES to extravagant Brentford demand

Bryan Mbeumo

News
17 Jul 2025

Man Utd Transfer News Today: €100m bid changes EVERYTHING for Bryan Mbeumo

Noni Madueke, Arsenal, 2025/26

Analysis
17 Jul 2025

Noni Madueke will prove Arsenal fans wrong – Here’s why

Rodrygo, Vinicius Junior, Real Madrid, 2024/25

News
17 Jul 2025

Rodrygo future takes unexpected twist as Real Madrid respond to Vini Jr 'blackmail'

Hugo Ekitike, Frankfurt, Liverpool

News
17 Jul 2025

CONFIRMED: Liverpool agree Hugo Ekitike deal as €100m transfer looms

Enzo Maresca, Chelsea, 2025/26

News
17 Jul 2025

Chelsea ‘push the boat out’ to sign thrilling Premier League star

Mikel Arteta, Arsenal

News
17 Jul 2025

Arteta picks new midfielder: Arsenal's €30m signing opportunity