Tor-Kristian Karlsen
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January's U23 hotlist: Arsenal loanee Balogun, Monaco teen Ben Seghir
We highlight the most in-form talent aged 23 or under across Europe's top leagues each month and January has an Arsenal loanee scoring goals. → Read More
Does it help managers to go public with transfer desires?
Club owners get annoyed by allusions to a lack of transfer spending from managers or coaches. But does it help them get what they want? → Read More
Ramos, Ounahi, Fernandez among World Cup transfer targets
With an eye on the January transfer market, which young players have boosted their chances of a move with their efforts at the World Cup? → Read More
Reimagining Champions League: What if we split teams based on club revenue?
How can we achieve competitive balance in the Champions League? One way could be to divide the clubs into categories. Here's how. → Read More
Champions League breakout XI: Costa, Kvaratskhelia, Mudryk
Here's our XI of players who have taken a big step up to make an impression in this season's Champions League group stage. → Read More
October's U23 hotlist: Kvaratskhelia, Mudryk, Pepi shine
We highlight the most in-form talent aged 23 or under across Europe's top leagues each month and October sees Napoli's Khvicha Kvaratskhelia star. → Read More
How clubs sack a boss: Awkward chats, payoffs and WhatsApp
Football is a tough business, but how do clubs go about sacking their head coach? Here's everything you always wanted to know about it. → Read More
William Saliba, Harvey Elliott, Benjamin Sesko? Who could be the next big breakout soccer star in Europe?
Aurelien Tchouameni went from Monaco's midfield to an €80m move to Real Madrid out of nowhere this summer. But who could be the next breakout star? → Read More
What Malacia brings to Man United after signing from Feyenoord
Man United have signed Netherlands left-back Tyrell Malacia from Feyenoord for around €17m. But what kind of player are they getting? → Read More
Transfer window: €100m signings are back, free agents aplenty, clubs eye potential
The summer transfer window has already got off to a big start with two €100m signings, but what does it mean? And what will the market look like? → Read More
What Aurelien Tchouameni offers Real Madrid after transfer from Monaco
Real Madrid beat their rivals to land Aurelien Tchouameni from Monaco, what can the LaLiga side expect from the young midfielder? → Read More
Erling Haaland, Pedri, Phil Foden, Vinicius Jr. lead the 39 best male players age 21 or under
Welcome to the next generation! Players from 17 countries and 10 leagues are named by Tor-Kristian Karlsen, a former scout and sporting director. → Read More
Kane, Haaland, Mbappe? Who could Man City sign to replace Aguero long-term?
Man City striker Sergio Aguero is leaving this summer. Erling Haaland, Harry Kane and Kylian Mbappe are among the star options to replace him. → Read More
Why Chelsea signing Timo Werner should settle quickly in Premier League
Timo Werner has been a star for RB Leipzig, but how will his skills translate to Chelsea? Expect the perfect striker for the Blues' attack. → Read More
How soccer scouting, budgets during coronavirus could impact transfer market
"It's hard to come up with new angles to analyse players right now." If the transfer window is slow, scouting and budget issues will play a part. → Read More
Mbappe, Sancho, Alexander-Arnold lead soccer's 36 best players age 21 or under
Welcome to the next generation! Players from 15 countries and seven leagues are named by Tor-Kristian Karlsen, a former scout and sporting director. → Read More
Mbappe, Sancho, Alexander-Arnold lead soccer's 36 best players age 21 or under
Welcome to the next generation! Players from 15 countries and seven leagues are named by Tor-Kristian Karlsen, a former scout and sporting director. → Read More