Tom Weber

Tom Weber

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Multilingual sports writer who specialises in European football and American soccer.

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About Tom Weber

Tom Weber is a multilingual sports writer who specialises in European football and American soccer as part of his freelance work for FootballTransfers. He reports on the game with a broad, international perspective, bringing together news reporting, historical context and specialist knowledge of lesser-covered football cultures.

Areas of Expertise

Born near Dresden, Saxony, Tom’s expertise is especially strong in German football, but his coverage extends far beyond the boundaries of Central Europe. Prior to his work for FootballTransfers, he wrote extensively about the Asian game, Russian men’s and women’s football, lower-league American soccer and the broader evolution of football cultures across continents. His background also includes extensive historical research, including work on workers’ football in Europe and the anti-fascist World Cups of the 1930s. A lover of all things obscure, Tom’s writing often uncovers overlooked stories.

Experience in the Field

Tom launched his writing career in 2018 by covering the three divisions of the English Football League for a blog called Counter, before expanding into more wide-ranging journalism through his own blog, Football, Soccer and Everything in Between. Tom has published work digitally and in print for outlets including The Sideliner, Halb Vier, and Breaking the Lines.

Editorial Approach

Tom’s editorial approach is particularly focused on telling stories that may not receive widespread attention, while still making them accessible to a general football audience. His writing tends to combine clear reporting with broader historical or cultural context, which helps readers see the bigger picture. Because his area of expertise spans multiple countries, languages and football traditions, accuracy in sourcing and translation is central to his process. At FootballTransfers, this allows Tom to produce unique and insightful content.

Profile last updated: 20 April 2026

Articles from Tom Weber

Enzo Maresca, Chelsea
  • 12 Jan 2025

Chelsea confident of signing the 'next Gyokeres'

Marc Guehi, Chelsea
  • 11 Jan 2025

Chelsea get Guehi discount, Arsenal hijack Barcelona deal, Man Utd negotiate dream move: FT recap

Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Marcus Rashford, Man Utd
  • 11 Jan 2025

Man Utd reunion at AC Milan: Ibrahimovic teases Rashford signing

Abdukodir Khusanov, RC Lens, 2024/25
  • 11 Jan 2025

Lens make official Khusanov statement after Man City agreement

Hansi Flick, Barcelona, 2024/25
  • 11 Jan 2025

Saudi chief confirms interest in Barcelona stars

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Fabrizio Romano, Marcus Rashford
  • 11 Jan 2025

Fabrizio Romano Transfer News: Kvaratskhelia CONFIRMATION, Man Utd TRUTH, Chelsea TRIO out

Jakub Kiwior, Arsenal, 2024/25
  • 11 Jan 2025

Arsenal make decision on Kiwior sale after 'several offers'

Ruben Amorim, Man Utd
  • 11 Jan 2025

Man Utd favourites for €40m deal thanks to Amorim relationship

Takehiro Tomiyasu, Arsenal, 2024/25
  • 11 Jan 2025

Five Arsenal players who could leave in January

Marc Guehi, Chelsea
  • 11 Jan 2025

Chelsea told they can re-sign Guehi at a MASSIVE discount

Marcus Rashford, Man Utd
  • 11 Jan 2025

Barcelona want Rashford: Man Utd star offered dream move - Romano

Graham Potter, Chelsea, 2024/25
  • 10 Jan 2025

Potter eyes Chelsea raid, Arsenal call Rashford, Man Utd given reality check: FT recap

Fabrizio Romano, Barcelona
  • 10 Jan 2025

Barcelona braced for PAINFUL transfer - Fabrizio Romano

Abdukodir Khusanov, RC Lens, 2024/25
  • 11 Jan 2025

Man City strike deal to sign Abdukodir Khusanov - Ornstein

Omar Marmoush, Man City
  • 10 Jan 2025

Marmoush to Man City: Guardiola's €80m gamble

Jack Grealish gives the thumbs up during Man City's Premier League match with Aston Villa
  • 10 Jan 2025

Five Man City players who could leave in January

Antony, Man Utd, 2024/25
  • 10 Jan 2025

Man Utd flop Antony hit with 'TONS OF FINES'

Marcus Rashford, AC Milan
  • 10 Jan 2025

Milan boss responds to Rashford links as Man Utd transfer edges closer

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Napoli, 2023/24
  • 10 Jan 2025

Napoli 'reach agreement' for crucial deal in Kvaratskhelia saga

Ruben Amorim, Man Utd, 2024/25
  • 10 Jan 2025

Man Utd 'doing everything possible' to sign €80m star