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Andrew Hankinson is a freelance journalist based in the UK. He has written for GQ, Esquire, Sunday Times, New Yorker, The Athletic, Guardian and FT Weekend. Over two decades he has interviewed many footballers, reported on subjects such as the impact of heading on footballers, and travelled to places like the USA and Saudi Arabia to write about how football is changing around the world.

Latest articles by Andrew Hankinson

Jorrel Hato of Ajax during the Dutch Eredivisie match between Ajax v Vitesse at the Johan Cruijff Arena on November 25, 2023 in Amsterdam Netherlands (Photo by Jeroen van den Berg/Soccrates/Getty Images) Arsenal target

Ajax agree new deal with Jorrel Hato - raising the price for Premier League clubs

By Andrew Hankinson published 13 March 24

Jorrel Hato is reportedly a summer target for Arsenal. But Ajax just ensured they have the upper hand

FC Nordsjaelland Maho Yepie Dorgeles Guy-Mario Bocha in action during the UEFA Europa Conference League Third Qualifying Round First Leg match between FCSB and FC Nordsjaelland at Ghencea Stadium, in Bucharest, Romania on August 10, 2023.

'The new Michael Essien'? Here's why Mario Dorgeles is wanted by Chelsea and others

By Andrew Hankinson published 12 March 24

Arsenal, Chelsea and Newcastle have been linked to Mario Dorgeles. Here's why...

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola embraces striker Erling Haaland after a win against Manchester United at Old Trafford in October 2023.

Premier League spending rules to change: here are the winners and losers

By Andrew Hankinson published 12 March 24

With the Premier League prioritising changes to the spending rules, which clubs will be helped and which will be hindered

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe applauds during the Premier League match between West Ham United and Newcastle United at London Stadium on October 8, 2023 in London, England.

Tottenham and Newcastle-linked €100m goalkeeper is 'guaranteed sale' this summer: report

By Andrew Hankinson published 12 March 24

Tottenham and Newcastle have both been looking at a €100 million goalkeeper who now looks set to be on the move this summer

Liverpool and Bayern Munich target Xabi Alonso

Liverpool given huge boost in Xabi Alonso pursuit - by Bayern Munich

By Andrew Hankinson published 12 March 24

Bayern Munich have not spoken to Liverpool target Xabi Alonso about their soon-to-be vacant manager position, amid speculation about whether he will head to the German side

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