
Joe Donnohue
Joe joined FourFourTwo as senior digital writer in July 2025 after five years covering Leeds United in the Championship and Premier League. Joe's 'Mastermind' specialist subject is 2000s-era Newcastle United having had a season ticket at St. James' Park for 10 years before relocating to Leeds and later London. Joe takes a keen interest in youth football, covering PL2, U21 Euros, as well as U20 and U17 World Cups in the past, in addition to hosting the industry-leading football recruitment-focused SCOUTED podcast. He is also one of the lucky few to have 'hit top bins' as a contestant on Soccer AM. It wasn't a shin-roller.
Latest articles by Joe Donnohue

Newcastle United summer rebuild to begin with £43.5m Brazilian winger: report
By Joe Donnohue published
Newcastle United have identified FC Porto's William Gomes as a primary summer target, according to reports on the continent

Chelsea financial accounts reveal why Blues must become a selling club immediately
By Joe Donnohue published
Chelsea's most recent set of financial accounts reveal the club spent significantly more than it earned during 2024/25

Newcastle United star 'in talks' with Champions League favourites
By Joe Donnohue published
Anthony Gordon is wanted by Bayern Munich with initial talks already taking place for the Newcastle United winger, according to reports in Germany

Why ‘Carlos Had a Dream’ is the ultimate read for Sheffield Wednesday fans
By Joe Donnohue published
Relive the sliding doors moments that defined the Carlos Carvalhal revolution at Hillsborough via this Sheffield Wednesday insider account

Bosnia and Herzegovina World Cup 2026 squad: Sergej Barbarez's latest squad for qualification play-offs
By Joe Donnohue last updated
Bosnia and Herzegovina are seeking to book their place at the 2026 World Cup via the UEFA play-offs

Major Liverpool transfer back on after failed January move: report
By Joe Donnohue published
Long-serving Liverpool defender Andy Robertson is leaving the club for a Premier League rival this summer, according to reports

Leeds United want to make ambitious Manchester City signing with first-team football guarantee
By Joe Donnohue published
Leeds United will enter the race to sign Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford this summer if the club remain in the Premier League

Newcastle United sell-on clause latest as Elliot Anderson Manchester City move expected to reach £100m
By Joe Donnohue published
As the summer transfer window approaches, the Premier League's definitive move of the summer could prove to be Elliot Anderson’s anticipated £100m switch to Manchester City

Liverpool identify cheaper Mohamed Salah replacement after likely £35m loss: report
By Joe Donnohue published
Liverpool have reportedly turned their attentions to a cheaper alternative than their first-choice Mo Salah replacement

Tottenham Hotspur receive new Premier League survival blow with fresh injury news
By Joe Donnohue published
Tottenham Hotspur's Premier League relegation rivals have been given a significant boost to their hopes of remaining a top flight club

Chelsea star’s honest reflection on last summer’s triumph in the United States
By Isaac Stacey Stronge published
Chelsea won the first edition of the newly revamped Club World Cup last summer

'I haven't spoken to Zinedine Zidane in 20 years since World Cup Final headbutt' Marco Materazzi reveals true feelings towards France legend
By Joe Donnohue published
Zinedine Zidane's headbutt on Italy defender Marco Materazzi is one of the enduring images of modern football

Liverpool rejection in Xabi Alonso pursuit revealed as parties maintain 'close contact': report
By Joe Donnohue published
Liverpool are said to have maintained close contact with Spanish head coach Xabi Alonso ahead of a possible appointment this summer

I watched England vs Uruguay from Wembley Stadium's premium seats alongside ex-Premier League striker - it didn't disappoint
By Joe Donnohue published
International breaks don’t come more consequential than the March window before a World Cup - FourFourTwo went along to sample Wembley's premium matchday experience

Roberto De Zerbi to become Tottenham Hotspur manager as surprising contract length revealed: report
By Joe Donnohue published
Former Brighton and Hove Albion boss Roberto De Zerbi is in the frame to take over at Tottenham Hotspur ahead of Spurs' return to domestic football

Tottenham Hotspur staff member blows whistle on Spurs' season-long issues
By Joe Donnohue published
A Tottenham Hotspur backroom staff member appeared to inadvertently blow the whistle on one member of the squad's persistent injuries this season

England manager makes shock return to management at 78
By Joe Donnohue published
Former England boss Roy Hodgson has made a surprise return to management for the final seven games of the Championship season

PSG's Hillsborough fixture excuse is tasteless disrespect of Liverpool history and region
By Joe Donnohue last updated
Liverpool have been drawn to face Paris Saint-Germain in the quarter-final of this season's UEFA Champions League

Manchester United receive eight-figure boost to summer transfer kitty with shrewd business decision
By Joe Donnohue published
Manchester United have saved a sizeable £18m with this shrewd contract negotiation

New Chelsea message spells imminent danger for Liam Rosenior
By Joe Donnohue published
Chelsea have either learned from the error of their ways or are about to make the same mistakes again if history is anything to go by

Bruno Guimaraes agent rubbishes Manchester United transfer rumours
By Joe Donnohue published
Newcastle United skipper Bruno Guimaraes has been linked with a move to Old Trafford this summer

Newcastle United defender's injury recovery timeline revealed after undergoing surgery
By Joe Donnohue published
Newcastle United could be without Sven Botman for upcoming fixtures after the international break

Liam Rosenior's former teammate says Chelsea boss is 'unrecognisable'
By Joe Donnohue published
One of Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior's former teammates has criticised the Blues boss since taking over at Stamford Bridge
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