Latest articles by Paul Wilkes
4 tactical observations (using Stats Zone) from Hull City 0-2 Chelsea
Stats Zone Paul Wilkes was at the KCOM Stadium armed with the award-winning Stats Zone app. Here are his notes as Chelsea bounced back into form…
What Arsene Wenger can learn from Chile's use of Alexis Sanchez
Alexis Sánchez The Chilean's first season in north London was nothing to sniff at, but Paul Wilkes suggests there's a way to maximise his potential at Arsenal next season...
4 big things we wanted to discuss from from Manchester City 2-2 Arsenal
Stats Zone Manuel Pellegrini waved goodbye to the Etihad Stadium; Paul Wilkes watched on at the Etihad as Manchester City passed their Champions League fate to rivals United...
5 things that got us talking after Everton 1-1 Liverpool
Stats Zone Paul Wilkes was in the press box at Goodison Park to see a sixth draw in the last seven Premier League Merseyside derbies using Stats Zone - FREE on iOS and Android...
Why Zlatan might be auditioning for England – and maybe even Chelsea
Zlatan Ibrahimovic The Paris Saint-Germain striker is a man in demand ahead of his contract expiring in June, and Paul Wilkes believes a Stamford Bridge switch could be an option...
Why Spurs aren't using Soldado correctly - and it's not his fault
Stats Zone Spanish expert analyses how AVB is misusing the Spaniard
Meet the out-of-favour Barça stopper attracting English interest
Talentspotter Marc Bartra was second choice under Luis Enrique at the Camp Nou last season – but could find a new home in the Premier League, writes Paul Wilkes...
How Wolves's great big Portuguese project is shaping up so far
Wolverhampton Wanderers With maximum points from two matches, the early signs are promising at Molineux for new boss Nuno. Paul Wilkes watched Wolves beat Derby at Pride Park on Saturday to check out a new era's early days
6 La Liga freebies that your club could sign
La Liga Club got no money? Don't want your side to sell before they buy? Email your gaffer this list of top stars from Spain, all available for NOWT says Paul Wilkes...
Stats Zone's European Team of the Month: three in from the Premier League, but who?
Stats Zone Paul Wilkes assesses the star men from September across Europe's top five divisions...
The evolution of Eric Dier: Deputy right-back to first-choice central midfielder
Eric Dier Paul Wilkes documents the former Sporting Lisbon man's development at White Hart Lane...
Joao Cancelo: The marauding full-back Barcelona might replace Dani Alves with
Talentspotter A €25 million fee has been touted to prise Valencia's energetic full-back away from Los Che. Paul Wilkes tells you everything you need to know about the rising Portuguese star
Joel Matip: Meet Liverpool's new centre-back on his way this summer
Talentspotter The Schalke stopper will be a Reds player next season. Paul Wilkes offers the lowdown...
5 things we want to talk about after Aston Villa 0-2 Arsenal
Stats Zone Paul Wilkes manned the press box at Villa Park using Stats Zone to analyse the Gunners’ latest victory…
How Javier Mascherano defied size to remain Barcelona’s immovable force at the back
Javier Mascherano Despite standing at just 5ft 8in, the Blaugrana’s former central midfielder has largely kept his place at centre-back since Pep Guardiola first tried him there five years ago. He’s still essential, writes Paul Wilkes...
All he needs is love? A brief history of Jose Mourinho's relationship with the media
Jose Mourinho Paul Wilkes doesn't think the Chelsea boss is doing himself too many favours this season, but the Portuguese has battled among the mic men and headline writers plenty before...
High-flier to low-rider: What's the problem with Benteke?
Stats Zone Well, nothing, says Paul Wilkes - just give the lad a break why don't you...
Stats Zone’s European Team of the Month: Two Arsenal stars – but no room for Ozil
Stats Zone Paul Wilkes brings you the best-performing XI across Europe’s top five leagues for October...
Brash Bielsa making his mark at Marseille – and there's no shortage of drama
Olympique Marseille With Ligue 1 leaders Marseille facing champions PSG at the Parc des Princes on Sunday, Paul Wilkes assesses the reign of Marcelo Bielsa at the Stade Vélodrome so far...
Why Barcelona’s midfield is far from certain once Andres Iniesta finally departs
Stats Zone Paul Wilkes, armed with Stats Zone, was at the Etihad Stadium to watch Manchester City's come-from-behind victory over the La Liga champions...
5 things from Burnley 2-0 Liverpool: Reds out of position, Clarets out of the traps
Stats Zone Paul Wilkes braved the Turf Moor press box with Stats Zone to see the Clarets beat the Reds
Stats Zone’s European Team of the Month: Messi makes the cut but Prem (almost) ignored
Stats Zone Paul Wilkes presents January's elite XI from Europe's top five divisions using our award-winning tool…
Which of Diego Costa and Edinson Cavani should Chelsea sign this summer?
Stats Zone Paul Wilkes analyses two strikers the cheque-signers at Chelsea have their eyes on this summer....
