Greg Lea
Greg Lea is a freelance football journalist who's filled in wherever FourFourTwo needs him since 2014. He became a Crystal Palace fan after watching a 1-0 loss to Port Vale in 1998, and once got on the scoresheet in a primary school game against Wilfried Zaha's Whitehorse Manor (an own goal in an 8-0 defeat).
Latest articles by Greg Lea
![Euro 2024: Who is Matthijs de Ligt's wife?](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/zVjgfmdzwRKZ7xymugrraE-320-80.jpg)
Euro 2024: Who is Matthijs de Ligt's wife?
By Greg Lea published
So who is Matthijs de Ligt's wife? The Dutchman will be part of the Netherlands' squad for Euro 2024
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Gazza, the untold stories: Need-to-know tales that launched a legend
By Greg Lea last updated
Everyone has an anecdote to tell about the most naturally gifted player of a generation, from flying tackles to fishing rods - with plenty of magic on the field in between
![EVERY England manager ranked from worst to best](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9L5zNTpWbiyyCCNaNFm9tj-320-80.jpg)
Ranked! EVERY England manager ranked from worst to best
By Greg Lea published
From Wembley finals to pints of wine, we run through the best and worst of England's 15 managers
![Manchester United](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4PV3UtaT52KFcDyrUMGo57-320-80.jpg)
The Manchester United squad exodus: Every player leaving, staying or being released this summer
By Greg Lea published
The Manchester United squad could be set for an overhaul this summer following Jim Ratcliffe's arrival at Old Trafford
![Erik ten Hag applauds the fans after Manchester United's loss to Fulham in February 2024.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Vv9XakjmexroD6xHL8Moyg-320-80.jpg)
Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag criticised by club legend as Jamie Carragher row escalates
By Greg Lea published
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has been warned after hitting back at Jamie Carragher's analysis of his team's tactics
![Bruno Fernandes in action for Manchester United against Wolves in February 2024.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eN6Wc2Taw5DDuATuW6NC8Z-320-80.jpg)
Is Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes injured this weekend? Premier League injury update
By Greg Lea published
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes is an injury doubt for the Manchester derby this weekend
![Darwin Nunez celebrates after scoring for Liverpool against West Ham in September 2023.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/k5fnxrGid7DiftC6E9gfNV-320-80.jpg)
Is Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez injured this weekend? Premier League injury update
By Greg Lea published
Liverpool forward Darwin Nunez is hoping to be fit to face Nottingham Forest in a Premier League clash this weekend
![Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates after scoring against Everton in the Premier League in October 2023.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ByQJDfzfVg9LDNXzFetQd9-320-80.jpg)
Is Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah injured this weekend? Premier League injury update
By Greg Lea published
Liverpool attacker Mohamed Salah could miss out when his team take on Nottingham Forest this weekend
![Dominic Solanke](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/fwvH232fKfKHVrubMFApXV-320-80.jpg)
Is Bournemouth striker Dominic Solanke injured this weekend? Premier League injury update
By Greg Lea published
Bournemouth forward Dominic Solanke could miss his team's trip to Burnley on Sunday afternoon
![Lucas Bergvall](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tQKnJWSZEWikVC4oSzzDce-320-80.jpg)
Tottenham could hijack Barcelona deal for Swedish wonderkid: report
By Greg Lea published
Tottenham have not given up on signing the starlet despite Barcelona's interest
![Victor Osimhen](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sSzjKyzy4jFHXNoLfbG4m4-320-80.jpg)
Manchester United were close to deal for Victor Osimhen – but were rejected and may now struggle to complete transfer in the summer
By Greg Lea published
Manchester United previously attempted to sign the Napoli striker
![Erik ten Hag](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YLRC85dr6LBGRveyLnphnC-320-80.jpg)
Manchester United tipped to make budget striker signing by transfer expert
By Greg Lea published
Manchester United could add to their attacking options before the transfer deadline
![Erik ten Hag](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3SLNJFKw3EqivHwnEfi57Q-320-80.jpg)
Manchester United could be in store for busy deadline day, reveals transfer insider
By Greg Lea published
Manchester United could be active on the final day of the winter window
![Mikel Arteta](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dSFd2uzLdGNXaHX4cQ25ZK-320-80.jpg)
Arsenal plot stunning swoop for Manchester United star: report
By Greg Lea published
Arsenal have been linked with one of Manchester United's key players
![Pep Guardiola](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2N9LLFYzkwibRUVrcvvHRX-320-80.jpg)
Manchester City 'intensify efforts' to sign elite defender - but they face competition
By Greg Lea published
Manchester City are keen to add another full-back to their talented squad
![Old Trafford](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZQLyCZcryHNcwbsRGYQgig-320-80.jpg)
Manchester United's former manager plots sensational return: report
By Greg Lea published
Manchester United could be looking to make a change in the dugout this year
![Conor Gallagher](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/JcgFxvPSgNsyeUwSTtnu2m-320-80.jpg)
Tottenham make decision on Conor Gallagher as saga nears end: report
By Greg Lea published
Tottenham have been pursuing the Chelsea midfielder throughout the winter window
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Is VAR in use for FA Cup games?
By Greg Lea published
The third round of the 2023/24 FA Cup is scheduled for this weekend
![Chris Kavanagh](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/whgzgjDZz4ncFxQm2aBcgG-320-80.jpg)
Can VAR red cards be rescinded?
By Greg Lea published
Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin was controversially sent off against Crystal Palace
![Pedro Neto](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/JnhLUzFVnBaj8HhEMVpEo7-320-80.jpg)
Arsenal still want Pedro Neto - but another club is keen, claims transfer expert
By Greg Lea published
Arsenal could face competition as they seek to sign the Wolves forward this year
![Conor Gallagher](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/JcgFxvPSgNsyeUwSTtnu2m-320-80.jpg)
Chelsea star makes HUGE decision on his future - but it's not that simple
By Greg Lea published
Chelsea are expected to be active in the January transfer market
![Ivan Toney](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7dF47RDM6SUHZNPqk2oxcU-320-80.jpg)
Arsenal on red alert as Chelsea ready to 'challenge' for Ivan Toney signing
By Greg Lea published
Arsenal and Chelsea could go head-to-head for the signature of the Brentford star
![Giorgio Scalvini](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/C9X44i7moH9zs66ccxioFN-320-80.jpg)
Manchester United told how much they must pay for Italian defender: report
By Greg Lea published
Manchester United are keen to strengthen their squad in the January window