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
  • 13 Dec 2024

Chelsea to offload forgotten summer signing in January

Victor Osimhen, Galatasaray, 2024/25
  • 11 Dec 2024

Man Utd face Osimhen threat, Chelsea in advanced talks, Arsenal eye January swoop: FT recap

Enzo Maresca, Chelsea, 2024/25
  • 11 Dec 2024

Chelsea transfer talks for 21-year-old 'moving quickly'

Mikel Arteta, Arsenal, 2024/25
  • 11 Dec 2024

Arsenal set for major windfall after smart deal

Victor Osimhen, Galatasaray
  • 11 Dec 2024

Man Utd face Osimhen threat due to 'special relationship'

Hansi Flick, Barcelona, 2024/25
  • 11 Dec 2024

Barcelona tell €60m star that he has no future at the club

Argentina, World Cup 2022
  • 11 Dec 2024

OFFICIAL: Saudi Arabia to stage 2034 FIFA World Cup, 2030 hosts confirmed

Dan Ashworth
  • 10 Dec 2024

Arsenal want Ashworth, Chelsea eye Champions League star, Man Utd sign teenage wonderkid: FT recap

Mikel Arteta, Arsenal, 2024/25
  • 10 Dec 2024

Arsenal to sell Jesus in January? Arteta responds to rumour

Enzo Maresca, Chelsea, Arne Slot, Liverpool
  • 10 Dec 2024

Chelsea battle Liverpool for defender keen on Premier League

Ruben Amorim, Man Utd
  • 10 Dec 2024

16-year-old wonderkid confirms Man Utd transfer

Mikel Arteta, Arsenal, 2024/25
  • 10 Dec 2024

Arteta reveals plan for forgotten Arsenal man

Dan Ashworth, Arsenal
  • 10 Dec 2024

Arsenal eye Dan Ashworth after shock Man Utd exit

Sporting CP's Viktor Gyokeres celebrates completing his Champions League hat-trick against Manchester City
  • 9 Dec 2024

Gyokeres drops Man Utd hint, Arsenal reject January bid, Chelsea midfielder agrees deal: FT recap

Ruben Amorim, Man Utd, 2024/25
  • 9 Dec 2024

Real Madrid pursuit of Man Utd star Amorim loves CONFIRMED

Alexis Mac Allister, Liverpool, 2024/25
  • 9 Dec 2024

Liverpool star sets off alarm bells with honest transfer admission

Viktor Gyokeres, Sporting CP, 2024/25
  • 9 Dec 2024

Gyokeres hints at next club as he seeks to emulate two idols

Ruben Amorim, Man Utd
  • 9 Dec 2024

Man Utd transfer ON amid 'weak link' warning

Enzo Maresca, Chelsea, 2024/25
  • 9 Dec 2024

Chelsea midfielder 'SAYS YES' to AC Milan transfer

Ruben Amorim, Man Utd, 2024/25
  • 9 Dec 2024

Man Utd's left-back solution: Amorim gets glowing report on €20m star