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

Adam Wharton, Elliot Anderson, Man Utd
  • 20 Feb 2026

Man Utd zero in on five elite midfielders - but who should they sign?

Evangelos Marinakis, Mr Marinakis
  • 20 Feb 2026

Forest owner Marinakis faces legal challenge after dodgy transfer admission

Michael Carrick, Middlesbrough, 2024/25
  • 20 Feb 2026

Man Utd handed discount on '100% confirmed' transfer but problem emerges

Mikel Arteta, Arsenal
  • 20 Feb 2026

Wonderkid striker passes Arsenal transfer audition 'with flying colours'

JJ Gabriel, Man Utd
  • 19 Feb 2026

Who is JJ Gabriel? Man Utd's record-breaking 'Kid Messi'

Bukayo Saka, Arsenal, 2025/26
  • 19 Feb 2026

OFFICIAL: Bukayo Saka signs new long-term Arsenal contract

Julian Alvarez, Atletico Madrid, Transfer Rumours
  • 18 Feb 2026

TRANSFER RUMOURS: Man Utd hijack as €120m Julian Alvarez offer submitted

Cody Gakpo, Liverpool
  • 18 Feb 2026

Liverpool offered DISCOUNT on elite Cody Gakpo upgrade

Martin Zubimendi, Kennet Eichhorn, Arsenal
  • 18 Feb 2026

Arsenal wonderkid target decides to move: He can become better than Zubimendi!

Martin O'Neill, Celtic
  • 18 Feb 2026

€8m star sacrifices World Cup dream to secure Celtic transfer

Michael Carrick, Arne Slot
  • 18 Feb 2026

CONFIRMED: Man Utd in talks to hijack Liverpool signing

Julian Alvarez, Arsenal
  • 18 Feb 2026

Julian Alvarez responds to €120m Arsenal offer

Mehdi Benatia, Roberto de Zerbi, Pablo Longoria, Marseille
  • 18 Feb 2026

Inside Marseille's 'never-ending crisis': How a European giant hit a new low

Victor Osimhen, Galatasaray, 2025/26
  • 17 Feb 2026

Victor Osimhen confirms transfer talks as Arsenal push Viktor Gyokeres out

Michael Carrick, Middlesbrough, 2024/25
  • 17 Feb 2026

Manager sacking changes everything for Man Utd in €50m saga

Jeremy Doku, Man City, 2025/26
  • 17 Feb 2026

Arsenal told they can sign the next Jeremy Doku with transfer inevitable

Marcus Rashford, Barcelona
  • 17 Feb 2026

Man Utd send emphatic Marcus Rashford transfer message to Barcelona

Liam Rosenior, Chelsea
  • 17 Feb 2026

Chelsea in pole position to sign €80m Premier League ace

Michael Carrick, Man Utd, 2025/26
  • 17 Feb 2026

Man Utd insiders rate chances of swoop for brilliant Championship ace

Liam Rosenior, Chelsea, 2025/26
  • 16 Feb 2026

Chelsea shocked as record-breaking €300m bid made