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

Manchester United star Rasmus Hojlund could return to Italy, after failing to impress Ruben Amorim: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Manchester United could have a completely brand new squad by the start of next season, with Rasmus Hojlund the latest player at risk of being sold

'Mourinho called and said, "You want to play for me?" I said, "Yes sir". He replied, "I'll see you in Milan tomorrow" then put the phone down - I signed for Inter the next day': How Jose Mourinho easily persuaded Premier League star to make Serie A move
By Ryan Dabbs published
Jose Mourinho could convince top players to join him with just a single phonecall while at his peak as a manager...

Liverpool to accelerate deal for wonderkid replacement for Andy Robertson: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Liverpool are looking to upgrade at left-back this transfer window

‘Leaving Newcastle was tough – I wanted to be involved in the club for years to come, but I’d become third choice and just wanted opportunity to play football’: Premier League in-form star opens up on St. James' Park departure
By Ryan Dabbs published
Newcastle reluctantly sold a player who has gone on to shine in the Premier League this season

Chelsea star demands exit to reunite with former manager: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Chelsea could be set to lose a high-profile member of the squad

'I didn't like being a record signing. Some great players like Alan Shearer and Roy Keane possibly loved it, but it wasn't something I was comfortable with': England international opens up on struggling to deal with the pressure
By Ryan Dabbs published
One England international didn't like becoming the record signing by a British side in 1988

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim would rather play 63-year-old over out-of-favour star: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Manchester United might be struggling somewhat for form, but Ruben Amorim still doesn't want an underperforming star near his first team

Tottenham to make huge offer for European superstar in desperate attempt to turn season around: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Tottenham are in serious need of some positivity, and the club are willing to spend big on a transfer target

‘There was a lot of noise about Liverpool. West Ham also came in for me when Redknapp left. I felt I needed more experience before taking on a bigger club’: Ex-Premier League boss reveals turning down opportunities to manage high-profile clubs
By Ryan Dabbs published
West Ham were rejected by a Premier League boss in 2001, who didn't want to relinquish control at their current side

‘I’ve never known whether to laugh or cry when it comes to Jose Mourinho’s antics, but I miss him. The Premier League’s loss is Turkey’s gain, without a doubt’: Graeme Souness would still like to see Mourinho managing in England
By Ryan Dabbs published
Jose Mourinho has been described as 'box-office' by Graeme Souness, who would still like the Portuguese manager in the Premier League

‘People thought I got dropped for missing a penalty, but I was just injured. Leighton Baines let me take it because my confidence was sky-high’: Ex-Everton forward clarifies what really happened after controversial moment
By Ryan Dabbs published
Everton saw a controversial moment arise a decade ago, involving Leighton Baines and a missed penalty kick...

‘Eddie Howe instilled confidence in me. He’s an awesome boss to work with and I think a lot of players say that. He’s bright with a smart footballing brain’: Ex-Newcastle United star speaks glowingly about Magpies manager
By Ryan Dabbs published
Eddie Howe has been brilliant since taking over at Newcastle United, and one of his former players has highlighted the confidence he provides his squad

‘My heroes as a kid? Baggio, Shearer, but the real one was Henry. I watched not only how he scored, but how he ran – his technique and his movement’: Barcelona star idolised Arsenal man as a youngster
By Ryan Dabbs published
Barcelona have had their fair share of legends over the years, but one current star has picked players from elsewhere when naming their heroes

'I won that dentist’s chair challenge in Hong Kong before Euro 96 - that might be my biggest claim to fame’: England international opens up on infamous night out in Asia
By Ryan Dabbs published
England players were left red-faced after alcohol-induced escapades in Hong Kong prior to Euro 96, but one squad member now claims to have won

Marcus Rashford sees move to Barcelona ruined by former Manchester City defender: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Marcus Rashford faces a battle to leave Manchester United this January

'Eric Cantona was hopeless - or I was too good': Manchester United legend reveals Frenchman's inability to play a certain game
By Ryan Dabbs published
Eric Cantona wasn't particularly good at playing one of his Manchester United team-mates

Chelsea to bolster midfield with Premier League proven star, in first January signing: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Chelsea are set to finally enter the transfer market, with a high-profile signing lined up

Manchester United make shock last-minute attempt for Alejandro Garnacho replacement: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Manchester United attempted to hijack a Premier League deal as Alejandro Garnacho is set to leave Old Trafford

'I don’t know why the Ballon d'Or was cancelled. Maybe some years later I’ll understand what the reason was. For now, I don’t have the answer': Robert Lewandowski reflects on missing out on prestigious award in 2020
By Ryan Dabbs published
Robert Lewandowski still doesn't quite understand why he was denied the opportunity to win the Ballon d'Or in 2020

Liverpool star issues 'I'm not leaving' statement after being linked with move away from Anfield
By Ryan Dabbs published
Liverpool will keep hold of one of their players, despite reports linking them with a move away

Real Madrid pick Carlo Ancelotti's successor, with Italian to leave Bernabeu: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Real Madrid are set to replace the departing Carlo Ancelotti with a top-rated coach at the end of the season

Manchester United make enquiry for THREE Premier League stars, as Ruben Amorim looks to overhaul squad: report
By Ryan Dabbs published
Manchester United are still yet to make a signing in the January transfer window

'If Trent Alexander-Arnold does what he does defensively at Real Madrid, they will kill him': Premier League legend gives verdict on future of Liverpool star
By Ryan Dabbs published
Trent Alexander-Arnold looks set to join Real Madrid in the summer, but one former Premier League star believes it's a move fraught with danger

'There's interest from Neymar - we don't have to worry about the financial side. He pays for himself': Neymar set for January transfer, but he won't cost anything
By Ryan Dabbs published
Neymar is set to leave Al-Hilal on loan in the winter window, but his proposed move is reportedly easy to complete financially
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