Jakob Barnes

Jakob Barnes

Freelance Writer

Jakob has over 11 years of experience in journalism across sports, entertainment, tech, and politics. Now a freelance news writer for FourFourTwo, he covers the biggest stories from the world of football.

Latest articles by Jakob Barnes

Chelsea star Marc Cucurella slams 'instability' of transfer strategy and managerial merry-go-round in brutally honest rant

By Jakob Barnes published

Chelsea have been criticised for poor transfer decisions by their own player as Marc Cucurella speaks candidly about the club

Team

Tottenham Hotspur report: Roberto De Zerbi names first signing in Spurs meeting, as revolution begins

By Jakob Barnes published

Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto De Zerbi has hinted at who he wants to sign this summer if he keeps the club in the Premier League

Transfer

The extraordinary Lamine Yamal stat after Italy fail to qualify for THREE tournaments in a row

By Jakob Barnes published

Italy won't be at the 2026 World Cup, marking an incredible run of not qualifying for the tournament and giving us some unbelievable stats

Competition

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