Robin Bairner

Robin Bairner

Robin Bairner is an eminent digital football journalist who has been writing about the sport for major global publishers since 2006, specialising in Ligue 1 and Scottish football. He has been chief editor of the FootballTransfers global edition since its launch in 2020. Previously Bairner had been a key member of the editorial team which helped Goal.com become the world’s biggest football website. He covered multiple major competitions as a correspondent for Goal including the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, where he had the opportunity to work in Fortaleza. Among his highlights of the competition was Brazil’s quarter-final victory over Colombia.

Two years later, Robin was heavily involved at Euro 2016 as he reported on France’s run to the final, while at Russia 2018 he was Goal’s Ekaterinburg correspondent. These roles not only allowed him to develop a written profile, but also provided the opportunity to work on camera.

Writing about football has always been a passion and Robin has produced notable features on a freelance basis for highly creditable publications such as The Blizzard and When Saturday Comes.

On top of this, Bairner has published exclusive transfer news on several of the world game’s leading players, including Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi.

Articles from Robin Bairner

Fluminense's Andre is linked with Manchester United and Fulham

24 Nov 2023

Transfer ‘imminent’ for Man Utd target Andre, manager admits

Declan Rice, Arsenal, 2023/24

24 Nov 2023

Arsenal plan ‘RUTHLESS’ midfielder overhaul despite Declan Rice success

Graham Potter, Chelsea, 2022/23

23 Nov 2023

Potter turns down offer as former Chelsea manager’s target revealed

Man Utd face ban from the Champions League

23 Nov 2023

Man Utd face Champions League ban over Ratcliffe takeover

Vinicius Junior, Real Madrid, 2023/24

23 Nov 2023

Real Madrid ‘press button’ to recruit €15m Vini Jr replacement

Jean-Clair Todibo, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, Man Utd

23 Nov 2023

Ratcliffe’s first transfer showcases the new, smarter Man Utd

Mikael Arteta, Arsenal, 2023/24

23 Nov 2023

Arsenal face transfer twist over No.9 priority

Neymar, Al-Hilal

23 Nov 2023

Neymar's replacement is at Barcelona

Neymar, PSG

22 Nov 2023

Neymar responds to shocking revelations over PSG transfer

Carlo Ancelotti, Real Madrid, 2023/24

22 Nov 2023

Real Madrid make Ancelotti replacement approach as Mourinho receives ‘HISTORIC’ offer

Kendry Paez, Ecuador

22 Nov 2023

‘Copped a superstar!’ – Chelsea fans believe they’ve signed the next Bellingham

Mario Balotelli has demanded a recall to the Italy national football team

22 Nov 2023

Balotelli demands Italy recall ahead of Euro 2024: I’m still the strongest!

Erik ten Hag, Man Utd, 2023/24

22 Nov 2023

Revealed: Man Utd star's value has DROPPED €75m

Ruben Neves is at the heart of the related-party loan debate

22 Nov 2023

Premier League given UNEXPECTED boost in related-party loan battle

Erik ten Hag, Cristiano Ronaldo, Manchester United, 2022/23

22 Nov 2023

Ten Hag dumps another Man Utd star as Ronaldo reunion on the cards

Aaron Ramsdale, Arsenal, 2023/24

22 Nov 2023

Arsenal star 'too good' to be a back-up amid exit links

Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea, 2023/24

22 Nov 2023

Chelsea at risk of losing 'clinical' striker to West Ham

Sir Jim Ratcliffe, Man Utd

22 Nov 2023

Ratcliffe frustrated as Man Utd takeover hits hitch

Kylian Mbappe, PSG, 2023/24

20 Nov 2023

Mbappe sent clear message by PSG fans over his future

Casemiro, Man Utd, 2022/23

20 Nov 2023

New Man Utd Casemiro alternative revealed but PSG and Juve in the race