James Ridge
James Ridge is a freelance journalist based in the UK. He recently spent time with The United Stand as an online news editor and has covered the beautiful game from England’s eighth tier all the way to the Premier League.
Latest articles by James Ridge

Details emerge ahead of Liverpool's first summer signing: report
By James Ridge published
Liverpool's first signing of the Arne Slot era nears completion

'A true gentleman of the game': Emotional tributes paid to Sven-Goran Eriksson
By James Ridge published
Sven-Goran Eriksson was honoured across the globe following his unfortunate passing

Chelsea set to miss out on long-term transfer target: report
By James Ridge published
Chelsea had been publicly courting the forward for the past two seasons

Chelsea considering swap deal for wantaway Premier League star: report
By James Ridge published
Chelsea's busy summer window shows no sign of ending early

Ranked! 5 Italians who struggled in the Premier League
By James Ridge published
More Italian managers have won Premier League titles than any other nationality - players, though? Just the one...

Ranked! The 20 best Premier League goalkeepers ever
By James Ridge published
Who are the best goalkeepers ever to grace England's top flight? Here are the custodians who have stood out in over three decades at the top

Premier League: Who is the referee and VAR for Brentford vs Crystal Palace?
By James Ridge published
Who will take charge of Brentford's clash with Crystal Palace on the opening weekend of the new Premier League season?

Premier League: Who is the referee and VAR for Chelsea vs Manchester City?
By James Ridge published
Who will take charge of Chelsea's clash with Manchester City on the opening weekend of the new Premier League season?

Premier League: Who is the referee and VAR for West Ham vs Aston Villa?
By James Ridge published
Who will take charge of West Ham's clash with Aston Villa on the opening weekend of the new Premier League season?

Manchester United backed to win Premier League AHEAD of Arsenal and Liverpool
By James Ridge published
Manchester United have been backed for success despite a poor showing last campaign

Manchester City talks to sign Lionel Messi revealed, following Pep Guardiola conversation bombshell
By James Ridge published
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola's chat with Lionel Messi has been shared

‘Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich didn’t want me to join Arsenal – I’m grateful that he let me go’: Former Blues star reveals what really happened in cross-London move in 2015
By James Ridge published
Chelsea lost a fan-favourite to Arsenal in 2015, but former owner Roman Abramovich tried his best to make sure he didn't leave

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca makes crucial decision in Cole Palmer controversy
By James Ridge published
The Chelsea manager has been forced to step in and resolve the issue

Gary Neville names the surprise two players who used to beat him for speed
By James Ridge published
Attackers rarely got the better of Gary Neville in his prime

Manchester United make move for struggling England international: report
By James Ridge published
Manchester United look set to offer the England international a chance to resurrect his career

Newcastle make sensational offer for Anthony Gordon replacement: report
By James Ridge published
Newcastle are working on a potential replacement for their electric wide man

Arsenal close to signing star perfectly suited to Mikel Arteta’s side: report
By James Ridge published
Arsenal are looking to further bolster their title-contending squad

Chelsea reach agreement for £34m deal, following contract rejection: report
By James Ridge published
Chelsea look to be rapidly closing in on securing the big-money move

Manchester United pre-season turns into disaster, despite latest game ending in victory
By James Ridge published
Manchester United have already suffered set backs before the start of the Premier League season

Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti has clear plan for star-studded attack next season - but it doesn't include £60m man
By James Ridge published
The Real Madrid boss appeared to overlook the exciting young talent

Manchester City to sell 22-year-old for €25m - despite him not even having played a first team game for the club: report
By James Ridge published
Manchester City could be set to profit from an exciting youngster who is yet to make his debut

'Ricardo Calafiori is a real defender unlike Oleksandr Zinchenko': Former Arsenal defender makes BRUTAL assessment on Ukrainian - and even aims a dig at David Raya
By James Ridge published
The former Arsenal defender pulled no punches in his review

Manchester United want Liverpool academy graduate as part of bold deal: report
By James Ridge published
Manchester United have cast an eye over a former fierce rival
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