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'There were a few moments when Arsenal showed interest in me, but it never happened': Dutch stalwart admits regret over Gunners near-miss
Arsenal showed strong interest in signing a Dutch star in the early 2000s, but circumstances ultimately meant a move never happened
'Someone had told me, "Remember the name: Wayne Rooney" and it was staring me in the face on his shirt as he celebrated – so I sort of nicked it': Clive Tyldesley recalls iconic commentary for England star's first Premier League goal
Wayne Rooney announced himself with a stunning strike against Arsenal, while Clive Tyldesley's words will live long in the memory
'Commentating for Rangers TV became a wonderful 18-month adventure, but I was warned that Celtic are either "Celtic" or "them" – nothing affectionate!': Clive Tyldesley explains having to learn the hard way in Scotland
Clive Tyldesley received emails from Rangers fans explaining the importance of the rivalry with Celtic during his time commentating for the club's TV channel
‘I only had a short time under Pep Guardiola but I learned the calmness to play. There are other ways to beat teams – not just kicking it as far as you can’: Manchester City academy graduate highlights genius of Catalan boss
Pep Guardiola has had an incredible influence at Manchester City, with one acadaemy graduate singing his praises
‘It’s something I wish had never happened, I realise you cannot bite the hand that feeds, and I understood the ramifications of what I did’ Lee Clark on the career regret that still haunts him
EXCLUSIVE He has since issued a heartfelt apology, but of the three clubs Lee Clark played for, only two welcome him back with open arms
‘Bellingham has developed that big-game energy, that swagger, that attitude at Real Madrid and belongs with the best players in the world – he’s incredible’ Former Ballon d'Or winner talks Jude
EXCLUSIVE Former England and Real Madrid player Michael Owen believes Real Madrid have turned Bellingham into a world beater
‘Ruud van Nistelrooy is an excellent coach – you can tell that he’s addicted to football. He loves analysing the game. I’ve been really impressed by his ideas’: Manchester United star enjoying working with Dutch coach at Old Trafford
Manchester United players have been impressed with Dutch coach Ruud van Nistelrooy
‘To sign off with my fifth Champions League title with Real Madrid in my last game in club football was a fairytale ending – I couldn’t put it any other way’: Toni Kroos reflects on trophy-laden career
EXCLUSIVE Toni Kroos retired from football at the end of the 2023/24 season - and FFT spoke to the German about his illustrious career
'I got a few kisses and a few rollickings from Brian Clough: I travelled on the bus with Nottingham Forest, but once he marched me out of the dressing room' – Clive Tyldesley on working with English football's most famous managers
EXCLUSIVE Former ITV commentator Clive Tyldesley had a good grounding, working with legend of the game Brian Clough at the start of his career
‘I see a lot of myself in Ollie Watkins. He’s a creator, dribbler and finisher, and he’s shown that he can be trusted consistently. That’s what the top players do’: Premier League legend has high praise for Aston Villa striker
EXCLUSIVE Ollie Watkins has received some acclaim from a Premier League legend - even earning a comparison in playing style
