Callum Rice-Coates
Callum is a football writer who has had work published by the likes of BBC Sport, the Independent, BT Sport and the Blizzard, amongst various others. A lifelong Wrexham fan, he is hoping Ryan Reynolds can lead his hometown club to the promised land.
Latest articles by Callum Rice-Coates

'The biggest fine in the history of the Bundesliga': Striker rages with incredible rant after thrashing in Germany
By Callum Rice-Coates published
Hoffenheim striker Andrej Kramaric was furious after his side slumped to a 5-0 loss against Bayern Munich.

Arsenal accelerating move for Viktor Gyokeres: report
By Callum Rice-Coates published
Arsenal could break the bank for one of Europe's most in-form attackers

Liverpool 'optimistic' over Martin Zubimendi deal, following reports of 'agreement': report
By Callum Rice-Coates published
Liverpool and Manchester City still want to sign Martin Zubimendi, along with Arsenal, following reports of their interest

What are buy-back clauses? How do they work and major examples
By Callum Rice-Coates, Matthew Holt last updated
With the January transfer window coming to an end, we've taken a closer look at buy-back clauses

Quiz! Can you name the top 50 overseas scorers in Premier League history?
By Callum Rice-Coates published
How many of the most prolific foreign strikers from the Premier League's three decades can you guess?

Manchester United could make African defender Ruben Amorim's first signing in January: report
By Callum Rice-Coates published
Both Manchester United and Manchester City are reportedly interested in a highly-rated Mali international.

Lens confirm Man City target will be sold in January as Premier League champions open talks: report
By Callum Rice-Coates published
Manchester City are reportedly in talks with a highly-rated defender, whose club have confirmed will be sold this month

Cristiano Ronaldo could make Europe return amid links to Ligue 1 and Premier League clubs
By Callum Rice-Coates published
Could Cristiano Ronaldo move back to Europe in the summer, or will he see out his career in Saudi Arabia?

Liverpool open to selling Darwin Nunez: report
By Callum Rice-Coates published
Beloved Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez could be available for between £50-60 million after struggling for form this season

Liverpool home kit for 2025/26: Everything we know so far
By Callum Rice-Coates last updated
Here's everything we know about the Liverpool home kit for 2025/26 season

Arsenal home kit for 2025/26: Everything we know so far
By Callum Rice-Coates published
Here's everything we know about the Arsenal home kit for 2025/26 season

Manchester United home kit for 2025/26: Everything we know so far
By Callum Rice-Coates published
Here's everything we know about the Manchester United home kit for 2025/26

Liverpool icon reveals Mohamed Salah's contract intentions ahead of possible exit
By Callum Rice-Coates published
A former Liverpool midfielder has given an update on Mohamed Salah and his long-running exit saga

'I'm not gonna manage any other club after Manchester City' Pep Guardiola reveals future plans
By Callum Rice-Coates published
Pep Guardiola has insisted he will not take charge of another club when his time with Manchester City comes to an end.

'I think that’s the respectful thing for two captains to do after a game. I probably boiled over a bit at the end, with a bit of everything coming out': Jarrod Bowen lifts lid on heated clash with Mario Lemina after West Ham's win over Wolves
By Callum Rice-Coates published
Jarrod Bowen has revealed what happened before his tussle with Mario Lemina after West Ham's victory against Wolves.

Ruben Amorim tells Manchester United fans to stop doing one thing
By Callum Rice-Coates published
The new Manchester United boss wasn't particularly happy about one particular chant at Old Trafford on Sunday.

'A load of rubbish': Arsenal coach explains exit decision, following 'argument' reports
By Callum Rice-Coates published
A former Arsenal man has rubbished claims he fell out with Mikel Arteta before leaving the club in 2023

Manchester City join the race for the most wanted striker in world football: report
By Callum Rice-Coates published
Manchester City are targeting a new striker to provide competition for Erling Haaland

'Be the bigger man': Micah Richards criticises Arsenal star after Sporting win
By Callum Rice-Coates published
Micah Richards has had some stern words for one Arsenal star over a recent incident

This could be the oddest thing we've ever seen happen inside a football stadium
By Callum Rice-Coates published
Have you watched a football match on TV? Have you been to a live game? How about both at the same time?

Manchester City to let key duo leave club as 2025 squad rebuild begins: report
By Callum Rice-Coates published
Premier League champions Manchester City are reportedly set to begin a rebuild of their squad

'He looks unconfident and shy' Real Madrid legend gives verdict on Kylian Mbappe's poor form
By Callum Rice-Coates published
Kylian Mbappe is in the headlines for the wrong reasons after a slow start to his Real Madrid career.

Real Madrid, Barcelona and Saudi Arabia: Every option for Virgil Van Dijk in January transfer window
By Callum Rice-Coates published
Where could Virgil van Dijk go if his time with Liverpool comes to an end?
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