Ryan Dabbs
Ryan is a staff writer for FourFourTwo, joining the team full-time in October 2022. He first joined Future in December 2020, working across FourFourTwo, Golf Monthly, Rugby World and Advnture's websites, before eventually earning himself a position with FourFourTwo permanently. After graduating from Cardiff University with a degree in Journalism and Communications, Ryan earned a NCTJ qualification to further develop as a writer while a Trainee News Writer at Future.
Latest articles by Ryan Dabbs
![MADRID, SPAIN - OCTOBER 23: Federico Valverde of Real Madrid during the UEFA Champions League match between Real Madrid v Viktoria Plzen at the Santiago Bernabeu on October 23, 2018 in Madrid Spain (Photo by David S. Bustamante/Soccrates /Getty Images)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uiJPishvADH9bryLtMjX7e-320-80.jpg)
'When I came to Madrid, I thought that I was Messi and Cristiano in one body – I was a punk, a nobody': Real Madrid star reflects brutally on his younger self
By Ryan Dabbs published
Real Madrid have attracted some talented players over the years, but one has brutally assessed how they acted when first arriving at the club
![LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 3: Cole Palmer of Chelsea during the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and West Ham United FC at Stamford Bridge on February 3, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Crystal Pix/MB Media/Getty Images) Manchester United](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bcgcMYKuqW4o4WBtGauno8-320-80.png)
Why Manchester United could sign Cole Palmer if they win the Europa League: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Manchester United are often linked with Cole Palmer, and there's a way they can sign him in the summer if things fall into place
![LONDON COLNEY, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 30: (L-R) Ethan Nwaneri, Raheem Sterling, Declan Rice, Jurrien Timber, Riccardo Calafiori and Takehiro Tomiyasu of Arsenal during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD2 training and press conference at Sobha Realty Training Centre on September 30, 2024 in London Colney, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/WEwGqz9tcGLEVXyGtnVAhE-320-80.jpg)
Arsenal injury issues keep mounting as defender is ruled out for the season
By Ryan Dabbs published
Arsenal are already without Gabriel Jesus and Kai Havertz for the rest of the season, but now a defender will join them on the treatement table
![Alexander Isak Newcastle United striker with his arms outstretched in the Premier League as a Liverpool crest is behind him](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2YZ9Hnx42pDfzUmV2PyAZ5-320-80.png)
Liverpool hatch masterplan to sign Alexander Isak, with surprising offer being lined up: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Liverpool are keen on signing Alexander Isak at the end of the season
![BARCELONA, SPAIN - DECEMBER 11: Neymar of FC Barcelona celebrates after scoring his team's 5th goal during the UEFA Champions League, Group H match between FC Barcelona and Celtic FC at the Camp Nou Stadium on December 11, 2013 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by Denis Doyle/Getty Images)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Ag898RttHBwajXeJBo4wS9-320-80.jpg)
'Ludicrous' Neymar clause revealed as Barcelona permitted Brazilian surprise luxury once a month
By Ryan Dabbs published
Neymar was allowed one special request at Barcelona every month after having clause inserted into his deal
![Argentine footballer Diego Armando Maradona and son Diego jr during the peace match at the Olympic stadium. Rome (Italy), October 12th, 2016 (Photo by Massimo Insabato/Archivio Massimo Insabato/Mondadori Portfolio via Getty Images)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/RHdypqxbk8d93BisAreJYd-320-80.jpg)
'My surname was a handicap, no doubt. I’d get told, ‘If you wanted to avoid all of the attention, just don’t play football’. But I wanted to because I loved it!': Diego Maradona Jr. achieved great success despite his name proving a hinderance in the sport
By Ryan Dabbs published
EXCLUSIVE Diego Maradona is one of the greatest footballers ever, so attempting to become a professional footballer was always going to be tricky for his son
![LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 5: Arne Slot Manager of Liverpool congratulates Mohamed Salah of Liverpool after the 4-0 victory during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD4 match between Liverpool FC and Bayer 04 Leverkusen at Anfield on November 5, 2024 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Crystal Pix/MB Media/Getty Images)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/q3ie7X2vDDiU7X6C9HVRK7-320-80.jpg)
‘The pure simplicity of the way Slot has managed the squad is probably the biggest thing I could say about him. It’s not broken, so let’s get on with it’: Liverpool legend full of admiration for Jurgen Klopp's successor at Anfield
By Ryan Dabbs published
EXCLUSIVE Liverpool have become even better under Arne Slot, and a club legend belives the Dutchman's simplicity has been his greatest strength
![CARDIFF, UNITED KINGDOM - JUNE 02: Wales captain Ryan Giggs shakes the hand of manager John Toshack after being substituted on his last International appearance for his country during the Euro 2008 Group D Qualifying Match between Wales and Czech Republic at the Millennium Stadium on June 2, 2007 in Cardiff, Wales. Photo by (Stu Forster/Getty Images)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ooQ9oNmgvfUUG8TBUhn6BK-320-80.jpg)
‘I trained at Spurs and thought they’d give me a chance. But I received a letter thanking me but saying they didn’t think I was good enough – I was gutted’: How Tottenham missed out on signing Wales legend John Toshack
By Ryan Dabbs published
Tottenham invited a future star for trials when they were aged just 15, but turned him away after deeming them not good enough to play for the club
![A dejected looking John Terry of Chelsea after Papiss Demba Cisse of Newcastle United scores a goal to make it 0-2 (Photo by AMA/Corbis via Getty Images)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/MLm37QRNfSngVhbQeHPh3C-320-80.jpg)
'People around the world know me because of my goal at Chelsea. I still can’t explain it, though. Drogba even asked me, 'Who are you? What did you eat?"' Newcastle cult hero Papiss Cisse recalls iconic strike at Stamford Bridge
By Ryan Dabbs published
EXCLUSIVE Ex-Newcastle striker Papiss Cisse scored two exceptional goals against Chelsea in 2012, but even he 'can't explain' the second strike
![Arne Slot head coach of Liverpool during the Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Manchester City FC at Anfield on December 01, 2024 in Liverpool, England.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3xTbkGtr7hRGpxxB4hofcg-320-80.jpg)
‘Slot hasn’t come in and changed everything, making it all about himself – it’s been about the players he’s inherited, getting the best out of a system he likes’: Liverpool manager impressing former players with personality and tactical approach
By Ryan Dabbs published
Liverpool have been transformed under Arne Slot since his arrival, something not many would have thought possible following Jurgen Klopp's departure
![LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 20: (THE SUN OUT, THE SUN ON SUNDAY OUT) Mohamed Salah of Liverpool celebrating after scoring the opening goal during the Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Chelsea FC at Anfield on October 20, 2024 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by John Powell/Liverpool FC via Getty Images)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Y6uSyarD69cTjYZM7M4Z33-320-80.jpg)
‘We thought we’d signed him, but Chelsea blew us away. I think they signed him so we couldn’t have him, as much as because they really wanted him’: Liverpool actually failed to sign Mohamed Salah in 2014, three years before finally getting the Egyptian
By Ryan Dabbs published
Liverpool and Mohamed Salah could have joined together in January 2014, if it wasn't for Chelsea getting in the way
![LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 15: Thierry Henry and Ray Parlour of Arsenal with the Premier League trophy after the match between Arsenal and Leicester City in the Premier League at Highbury on May 15, 2004 in London, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/cny2ryN67xNSodDtmtvUUh-320-80.jpg)
‘He could have been another Thierry Henry if he’d stayed at Arsenal. It was up to him what he wanted because he was 6ft 1in, quick and unbelievable’: Ray Parlour claims Champions League winner could have enjoyed even greater success with Gunners
By Ryan Dabbs published
EXCLUSIVE Arsenal legend Ray Parlour believes that the club had 'another Thierry Henry' in their ranks
![Real Madrid line up (L-R) Thibaut Courtois, David Alaba, Eder Militao, Federico Valverde, Casemiro, Karim Benzema, Miguel Ortega Gutierrez, Gareth Bale, Isco Alarcon, Daniel Carvajal, Vinicius Junior during the La Liga Santader match between Real Betis and Real Madrid CF at Estadio Benito Villamarin on August 28, 2021 in Seville, Spain. (Photo by Jose Breton/Pics Action/NurPhoto via Getty Images)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/cYAgjXUMcNKhi5Cs8vgqmA-320-80.jpg)
'It’s nothing against Arsenal, but I never wanted to go to England. Give me freezing showers as long as I can stay with my family': Real Madrid superstar reveals why he rejected Gunners move as a young player
By Ryan Dabbs published
Arsenal failed to convince a future Real Madrid superstar to sign for them as a teenager
![LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM - NOVEMBER 02: Ian Wright of Arsenal (Left) leads the celebrations with a little help from teammates Paul Merson (foreground) and Patrick Vieira (background) during the FA Carling Premier league match between Wimbledon and Arsenal on November 2, 1996 at Selhurst Park in London, England (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Allsport/Getty Images)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FXS5WZUWEv3oDMNGGqFQSV-320-80.jpg)
'I got reported to the police for making a rude hand gesture to Coventry City fans - I got a £17,000 fine': Arsenal legend reveals receiving severe punishment after Premier League game
By Ryan Dabbs published
One Arsenal legend was handed a hefty fine in 1997 after some 'rude' hand gestures made to Coventry fans
![Adidas LAFC 2025 away kit](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LfJzwYYQhYVRDvKGGyfRgY-320-80.jpg)
The LAFC 2025 away kit has been released, and it's simple yet utterly stunning
By Ryan Dabbs published
The LAFC 2025 away kit will see Olivier Giroud and his team-mates looking the part in MLS this upcoming season
![LONDON - JANUARY 25: Thierry Henry and Dennis Bergkamp of Arsenal with ex-Arsenal player Ian Wright before the FA Cup, fourth round match between Farnborough Town and Arsenal held on January 25, 2003 at Highbury in London, England. Arsenal won the match 5-1. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/E63VMQjQ76NAEwNMd36vLg-320-80.jpg)
Arsenal legend Ian Wright reveals Dennis Bergkamp was surprisingly named after Ballon d'Or winner
By Ryan Dabbs published
Arsenal hero Dennis Bergkamp came close to winning the Ballon d'Or on two occasions, but he's actually named after a winner of the award
![LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 05: Luis Diaz of Liverpool celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD4 match between Liverpool FC and Bayer 04 Leverkusen at Anfield on November 05, 2024 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7FJFLAsEDtsLyFN9KkBHrh-320-80.jpg)
Liverpool star Luis Diaz would be 'delighted' to make summer move away from Anfield: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Liverpool could lose Luis Diaz to a side he 'dreams' of playing for
![LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 12: Arne Slot, Manger of Liverpool, shakes hands with Match Referee Michael Oliver following the Premier League match between Everton FC and Liverpool FC at Goodison Park on February 12, 2025 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/c2sx3LLtusGEPhh36e23xf-320-80.jpg)
Why Liverpool manager Arne Slot wasn't ALLOWED to do post-match interview after Merseyside derby versus Everton
By Ryan Dabbs published
Liverpool drew 2-2 in the last seconds of the game, and Arne Slot subsequently received a red card for his protestations
![BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 09: Ange Postecoglou manager / head coach of Tottenham Hotspur after the Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round match between Aston Villa and Tottenham Hotspur at Villa Park on February 09, 2025 in Birmingham, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill - AMA/Getty Images)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kAmmFPAMMw5KXzQGqFt9fD-320-80.jpg)
'Ange Postecoglou will not change. He's got to where he is playing this style of football, whether its in Australia, Japan, to Scotland at Celtic and now at Spurs, so why would he change it?' Tottenham manager backed by Australia and Premier League legend
By Ryan Dabbs published
Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou is sticking to his attacking tactical approach in games - which one former Premier League star believes is the right approach
![LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 16: Daniel Levy, chairman of Tottenham Hotspur (R) and Tottenham Hotspur Men's Manager, Ange Postecoglou, spectate the Barclays Women´s Super League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal FC at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on December 16, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling - The FA/The FA via Getty Images)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/zTBXwR3UpdjU2cGnxozhdQ-320-80.jpg)
Tottenham could receive seismic Qatari investment - but Daniel Levy will continue as chairman: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy could continue at the club even if new owners take over
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Saudi Pro League side reported to FIFA after FAILING to make 'promised' payment on two occasions
By Ryan Dabbs published
Saudi Pro League sides have splashed the cash in recent times - or have they...?
![MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 11: Ederson of Manchester City looks on during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Knockout Play-off first leg match between Manchester City and Real Madrid C.F. at Manchester City Stadium on February 11, 2025 in Manchester, United Kingdom. (Photo by Molly Darlington/Copa/Getty Images) Jamie Carragher](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/b9yJbjKTQBmsu9hywYsQWX-320-80.jpg)
'Manchester City are at the stage where they need a new goalkeeper': Jamie Carragher offers scathing review of Ederson after Champions League blunder versus Real Madrid
By Ryan Dabbs published
Manchester City have been told they need a new goalkeeper by Jamie Carragher
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Controversial Champions League decision could see European competition head to the United States: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
The Champions League will have games played in the United States as the latest commerical rights deal is imminent
![MUNICH, GERMANY - FEBRUARY 07: Leroy Sane of Bayern Munich celebrates scoring his team's second goal with team mate Harry Kane during the Bundesliga match between FC Bayern München and SV Werder Bremen at Allianz Arena on February 07, 2025 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Adam Pretty/Getty Images)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/iZjgFzAepUX94Tt9EQCJ3Q-320-80.jpg)
Bayern Munich BANNED from wearing home kit in Champions League as UEFA demand changes
By Ryan Dabbs published
Bayern Munich will need to be quick if they want to wear their home kit in this season's Champions League
![MUNICH, GERMANY - FEBRUARY 01: Harry Kane of Bayern Munich celebrates scoring his team's third goal during the Bundesliga match between FC Bayern München and Holstein Kiel at Allianz Arena on February 01, 2025 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/EKpDY3Myj2xyaJ9aHBaNU7-320-80.jpg)
'I can see the logic with Harry Kane joining Arsenal - he would be the perfect last piece in the jigsaw and suits them down to the ground': England captain touted for shock transfer to Tottenham's rivals
By Ryan Dabbs published
Harry Kane to Arsenal would transform the club's fortunes, but would the England captain want to betray Tottenham?
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