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

'A phone call came through and Gary Neville asked me if I fancied Manchester United, I must have been about 21 then. It did go further, but Lord Sugar blocked it': Sol Campbell reveals how he almost signed for Sir Alex Ferguson in the 90s
By Ryan Dabbs published
Sol Campbell later ended up having great success at Arsenal, but he could've ended up at Manchester United if Tottenham didn't block the move

Arsenal targeting Premier League flop as alternative to Alexander Isak: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Arsenal want to bring back a striker who failed to cut in the Premier League as Alexander Isak moves out of reach

Newcastle United star urged to retire following League Cup whirlwind
By Ryan Dabbs published
A Newcastle United legend accidentally told a star of the moment that he should give up football after their League Cup success

Liverpool report: Virgil van Dijk 'feels his time is up' at Anfield
By Ryan Dabbs published
Liverpool face losing Virgil van Dijk when his contract expires at the end of the season

'We would have liked Neymar to have played more, but that's football - it was a serious injury at the start of his contract, and that can happen to anyone': Saudi Pro League official speaks out on Brazilian's time at Al-Hilal
By Ryan Dabbs published
Neymar managed just seven appearances in 18 months at Al-Hilal

Arsenal star set to join Cristiano Ronaldo in Saudi Arabia as part of monster deal: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Arsenal could be about to wave goodbye to a key player who is wanted by Al-Nassr to join Cristiano Ronaldo

Lionel Messi return to Barcelona being 'slowly prepared', with Blaugrana setting clear date for permanent deal: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Lionel Messi is constantly being linked with a return back to Barcelona, but the latest report has set a clear date

'I shattered my femur bone in four different places - but I'm three months ahead of schedule and have lifted 130kg on the leg': West Ham star Michail Antonio provides update on if he'll play again after breaking his leg in car crash
By Ryan Dabbs published
West Ham have been without Michail Antonio since December 2024, but the striker has now revealed the extent of his injuries

'I’m not a start-stop player – it is so hard for me to influence a match from the bench and then be on the bench again, and then two weeks later I start again': Thomas Tuchel reveals what England star told him following squad announcement
By Ryan Dabbs published
After Thomas Tuchel announced his first England squad, he highlighted how one previously key man has fallen out of favour both internationally and at club level

Liverpool legend 'feels sorry' for Mo Salah despite Egyptian recording unwanted statistic for the first time in his Reds career
By Ryan Dabbs published
Liverpool forward Mo Salah struggled to get involved against Newcastle - and one worrying stat has now emerged

Manchester United make stunning move for star Thierry Henry claims is favourite to win 2025 Ballon d'Or: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Manchester United are looking to return to former glories with a star Thiery Henry has lauded this season

Liverpool have 'held talks' with top striker to replace Darwin Nunez, with Premier League move edging closer: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Liverpool are searching for a more prolific striker than Darwin Nunez in the summer window

'In those two games against Arsenal, where I thought this will be a real test for him, he certainly came out on top on both of Saliba and Gabriel': Newcastle striker Alexander Isak lauded by former Magpies striker ahead of League Cup final
By Ryan Dabbs published
EXCLUSIVE Newcastle star Alexander Isak could prove the difference in the League Cup final against Liverpool

Liverpool hero discusses if Arne Slot's success in his first season is tarnishing Jurgen Klopp's legacy
By Ryan Dabbs published
EXCLUSIVE Liverpool are on course for a Premier League title in Arne Slot's first season - could that ruin Jurgen Klopp's legacy at Anfield?

Chelsea lining up sensational swap deal to land Aurelien Tchouameni: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Chelsea want to bring Real Madrid midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni to Stamford Bridge, and they've got a plan to make it happen...

Arsenal made 'formal proposal' for Joshua Kimmich before contract renewal was confirmed: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Arsenal want to get the best out of Martin Odegaard with a star signing

Manchester City to continue Pep Guardiola rebuild with European star who already has a 'gentleman's agreement' in place: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Manchester City are preparing for another massive summer of spending - including a sensational deal for a Kyle Walker replacement

Arsenal want Premier League-winning forward Pep Guardiola loves in bargain deal: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Arsenal are in need of attacking reinforcements, and have identified a Premier League winner as a key target

Liverpool star 'in trouble' for League Cup final as Arne Slot issues injury update
By Ryan Dabbs published
Liverpool will likely be without a key player for the final against Newcastle on Sunday

'Talks went really, really well, and I thought at one stage I was going to go to Manchester United, and I even went house hunting around Manchester for a day': Alan Shearer reveals how close he came to signing for Alex Ferguson
By Ryan Dabbs published
Alan Shearer nearly ended up playing for Manchester United in 1996 - and now he reveals just how close he came to signing for them

Thierry Henry doesn't believe that Mohamed Salah will win the 2025 Ballon d'Or, with the Arsenal legend picking his favourite
By Ryan Dabbs published
Thierry Henry was famously overlooked for the Ballon d'Or during his career, and belives that Mohamed Salah will suffer a similar fate

Tottenham sacking imminent as Daniel Levy prepares for key change: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy is ready to relieve one key individual at the club of his duties...

Chelsea step up pursuit for £30m star from second division side as they seek Jadon Sancho alternative: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Chelsea are looking to replace Jadon Sancho with a suprising left-winger
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