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

Mikel Arteta, Arsenal, 2022/23
  • 7 Apr 2023

Arteta's 'leading role' promise to tempt Real Madrid star to spurn Barcelona

Lionel Messi celebrates a goal
  • 7 Apr 2023

Barcelona make REQUEST to complete Messi mega-transfer

Marcel Sabitzer, Man Utd
  • 7 Apr 2023

Man Utd loan star 'assured' of transfer

Jurgen Klopp, Robert Lewandowski
  • 5 Apr 2023

Klopp blocked! Lewandowski denied Man Utd transfer

Inter Milan's Chelsea loanee Romelu Lukaku
  • 5 Apr 2023

From Mbappe to Vinicius Jr: Football world supports Lukaku after racist abuse

Dusan Vlahovic, Juventus, 2022/23
  • 5 Apr 2023

Vlahovic's Arsenal U-turn after 'sensationally wrong' decision

Mykhailo Mudryk warming up for Chelsea
  • 5 Apr 2023

Why Luis Enrique joining Chelsea would spell DOOM for Mudryk

Paulo Dybala, Real Madrid
  • 5 Apr 2023

Real Madrid eye Serie A star with INSANE release clause

Jeremie Frimpong, Erik ten Hag, Man Utd
  • 5 Apr 2023

Ten Hag interest in full-back perfect for Man Utd confirmed

Evan Ferguson, Man Utd
  • 5 Apr 2023

Long-term Man Utd target hailed as 'amazing' by World Cup winner

Erik ten Hag, Manchester United
  • 5 Apr 2023

Ten Hag made 'one of the worst decisions in football history', Man Utd told

Frank Lampard, Chelsea
  • 5 Apr 2023

Chelsea want to bring FLOP back

Chelsea legends
  • 4 Apr 2023

The Chelsea legends in line to replace Potter as manager

Graham Potter, Chelsea, 2022/23
  • 4 Apr 2023

The EMBARRASSING treatment of Chelsea players under Potter

William Saliba, Arsenal, 2022/23
  • 4 Apr 2023

When will Arsenal star William Saliba return from injury?

Julian Nagelsmann, Bruno Saltor, Luis Enrique
  • 4 Apr 2023

Chelsea set timeline to appoint Potter replacement

Todd Boehly, Chelsea, 2022/23
  • 4 Apr 2023

The STAGGERING money Todd Boehly has spent on Chelsea managers

Reece James, Real Madrid, 2022/23
  • 4 Apr 2023

Real Madrid make €100m-plus move for Chelsea star

Theo Hernandez, Arsenal, 2022/23
  • 4 Apr 2023

How much will Arsenal have to pay for AC Milan star?

Todd Boehly, This is Fine
  • 4 Apr 2023

Todd Boehly's five most STUPID decisions at Chelsea