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

Zlatan Ibrahimovic: I told Milan I was going to retire in the summer
  • 27 Mar 2023

'A thug and a bully' - Journalist SLAMS Zlatan Ibrahimovic

Ruben Neves, Wolves, Man Utd, 2022/23
  • 27 Mar 2023

Man Utd 'already negotiating' transfer for €44m midfielder

Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappe, 2022/23
  • 27 Mar 2023

Haaland or Mbappe? Real Madrid fans make preference clear

Marcel Sabitzer, Man Utd, 2022/23
  • 27 Mar 2023

Ten Hag has rejuvenated one Man Utd star, claims Rangnick

Lionel Messi, PSG, 2022/23
  • 27 Mar 2023

Lionel Messi: MLS clubs join forces to sign Barcelona legend

Antonio Conte, Tottenham, 2021/22
  • 27 Mar 2023

What next for Antonio Conte?

Harry Kane, Victor Osimhen, Randal Kolo Muani
  • 27 Mar 2023

Man Utd's SEVEN striker transfer options

Ilias Akhomach, Arsenal, 2022/23
  • 23 Mar 2023

Arsenal 'bet heavily' on Barcelona prodigy

Virgil van Dijk, Liverpool, 2022/23
  • 23 Mar 2023

Glazers VETOED Man Utd Van Dijk transfer

Enzo Fernandez, Chelsea, 2022/23
  • 23 Mar 2023

Chelsea star makes embarrassing Enzo Fernandez admission

Antonio Conte, Tottenham, 2022-23
  • 23 Mar 2023

How much will it cost Spurs to sack Antonio Conte?

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Chelsea, Barcelona, 2022/23
  • 23 Mar 2023

Aubameyang wants Barcelona return as Chelsea prepare to tear up contract

Wilfried Gnonto, Leeds, 2022/23
  • 23 Mar 2023

Arsenal, Chelsea and Man City battle for Leeds wonderkid

Romelu Lukaku, Tammy Abraham, Chelsea, Roma, 2022/23
  • 23 Mar 2023

Chelsea to SWAP Lukaku for Abraham?

Gabri Veiga, Celta, 2022/23
  • 22 Mar 2023

Real Madrid told landing Arsenal target would be like 'signing Sergio Ramos'

Jesper Lindstrom, Arsenal, Liverpool, 2022/23
  • 22 Mar 2023

Arsenal and Liverpool battle for €37m-rated Bundesliga midfielder

Todd Boehly, Chelsea, 2022/23
  • 22 Mar 2023

Todd Boehly wants to buy Chelsea sister club in PORTUGAL

Xavi on the Barcelona touchline during their pre-season tour of the USA.
  • 22 Mar 2023

Xavi's Barcelona on course to smash INCREDIBLE European record

Erling Haaland, Man City, 2022/23
  • 22 Mar 2023

Erling Haaland: Man City star's worrying injury history

Jeremie Frimpong, Ronald Koeman, 2022/23
  • 22 Mar 2023

"He can't defend!" Koeman SLAMS Man Utd target