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

Karim Benzema, Al-Hilal, 2025/26
  • Analysis
  • 9 Sep 2026
The bizarre reason why Karim Benzema is stuck in Saudi Arabia
Viktor Gyokeres, Arsenal, 2026/27
  • News
  • 9 Sep 2026
Arsenal transfer truth revealed: Viktor Gyokeres sale 'a topic of conversation'
Derek McInnes, Rangers
  • News
  • 9 Sep 2026
Incomprehensible Rangers transfer decision: 'Best player' is 'wasting his time'
Evander, Cincinnati, 2026
  • Analysis
  • 8 Sep 2026
The biggest cash-for-player trades in MLS
James Rodriguez, Minnesota, 2026
  • News
  • 8 Sep 2026
James Rodriguez in talks over his next bizarre transfer after MLS sojourn
Declan Rice, Rumours
  • News
  • 8 Sep 2026
Transfer Rumours: Shock Declan Rice bid as Chelsea chase ambitious signing
Vinicius Jr, Jose Mourinho, Real Madrid
  • Analysis
  • 8 Sep 2026
Real Madrid have a Vinicius Jr problem - and it's not because of his attitude
Alex Scott, Chelsea TNT
  • News
  • 8 Sep 2026
Chelsea Transfer News Today: Alex Scott plan as 'broken relationship' changes everything
Markus Krosche, Omar Marmoush, Hugo Ekitike
  • Analysis
  • 8 Sep 2026
Markus Krosche to Liverpool: Europe's best sporting director or agent of chaos?
Joao Pedro, Arsenal TNT
  • News
  • 8 Sep 2026
Arsenal Transfer News Today: Joao Pedro talks as Viktor Gyokeres decision made
Michael Carrick, Man Utd
  • News
  • 8 Sep 2026
Man Utd Transfer News Today: Controversial signing agreed as €30m twist makes deal possible
Lionel Messi, David Beckham, MLS
  • Analysis
  • 7 Sep 2026
Every Designated Player in MLS in 2026
Folarin Balogun, Everton
  • News
  • 7 Sep 2026
Path cleared for Everton to sign shock Folarin Balogun alternative
David Alaba, Rumours
  • News
  • 6 Sep 2026
Transfer Rumours: David Alaba surprise as Man Utd talks revealed
Gabriel Martinelli, Mikel Arteta, Arsenal
  • News
  • 6 Sep 2026
Arsenal sent stunning transfer message over Gabriel Martinelli replacement
Andoni Iraola, Liverpool
  • Analysis
  • 6 Sep 2026
Liverpool sign 'greatest talent' in 'brilliantly negotiated' deal
Michael Carrick, Man Utd
  • News
  • 6 Sep 2026
Man Utd signing still on despite Deadline Day disappointment
Folarin Balogun, AS Monaco
  • Analysis
  • 5 Sep 2026
Folarin Balogun transfer solution found as 'bad boy' wonderkid outshines USMNT star
Xabi Alonso, Enzo Fernandez, Chelsea
  • Analysis
  • 5 Sep 2026
Better than Enzo Fernandez: Chelsea identify €100m midfielder for Xabi Alonso
Mikel Arteta, Arsenal
  • News
  • 5 Sep 2026
The €32m Arsenal transfer decision that changed everything: 'The reality is...'
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