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

Nicolas Jackson, Chelsea, Bayern Munich
  • 17 Nov 2025

Nicolas Jackson loan is costing Chelsea millions despite Bayern loan

Ruben Amorim, Man Utd, 2025/26
  • 16 Nov 2025

Man Utd offered Barcelona star in position Amorim wants to strengthen

Mikel Arteta, Arsenal, 2025/26
  • 16 Nov 2025

Arsenal lead race for Europe’s HOTTEST young striker as €30m bid confirmed

Arne Slot, Liverpool, Anfield
  • 16 Nov 2025

Liverpool star makes major contract announcement

Moises Caicedo, Chelsea, 2025/26
  • 16 Nov 2025

Chelsea face new problem after Moises Caicedo transfer demand

Robert Lewandowski, Poland, Barcelona, 2025/26
  • 15 Nov 2025

Fabrizio Romano confirms Robert Lewandowski transfer plan amid Barcelona exit links

Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior, Jude Bellingham, Real Madrid, 2025/26
  • 15 Nov 2025

Man City launch RECORD-BREAKING transfer bid for unhappy Real Madrid ace

Kobbie Mainoo, Man Utd, 2025/26
  • 15 Nov 2025

Mainoo set for surprise January move to European giants

Vinicius Junior, transfer rumours
  • 15 Nov 2025

Transfer Rumours: Man Utd profit from ‘bust up’ as Vini Jr issues Real Madrid ultimatum

Todd Boehly, Chelsea
  • 14 Nov 2025

Chelsea face potential Champions League ban: It’s time for BlueCo to act

Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo is sent off against Ireland in World Cup qualifying
  • 14 Nov 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo faces extended World Cup ban: Portugal ace pays the penalty after Ireland red card

Karim Adeyemi, Man Utd, Dortmund
  • 14 Nov 2025

Man Utd Transfer News Today: Amorim makes Adeyemi approach after decision over January deal

Premier League, FFP Vote
  • 13 Nov 2025

Explained: Why Premier League clubs are divided over FFP revolution

Martin O'Neill, Celtic
  • 13 Nov 2025

Celtic get sensational January transfer update over €20m star

Lamine Yamal, Spain
  • 13 Nov 2025

Lamine Yamal's Spain fears revealed

Ivan Toney
  • 12 Nov 2025

England star’s World Cup dream in the balance over tax issue

Moises Caicedo, Chelsea, 2025/26
  • 12 Nov 2025

Chelsea make secret Moises Caicedo agreement

Joan Laporta, Lionel Messi, Barcelona
  • 12 Nov 2025

Laporta risks Messi wrath with ‘no regrets’ claim over icon’s Barcelona exit

Scott McTominay, man Utd, Napoli, 2025/26
  • 12 Nov 2025

McTominay to Man Utd: ‘Concrete interest’ in Napoli star confirmed

Man Utd transfer news today, Fabrizio Romano, Vitor Roque, Conor Gallagher
  • 10 Nov 2025

Man Utd Transfer News Today: €100m star in contract talks, €50m wonderkid move, Romano update