My journey in journalism began in 2013 across various departments until I specialised in sports journalism in 2015 when I found my greatest passion there, focusing on covering major European leagues.
Over the past years, I have combined covering major football tournaments with tennis, a game I love dearly and find in it the peace and elegance I wish to see in all sports.
My passion for football started with the 1998 World Cup, which I consider the best of all time, with the great stars who participated and the historic matches played across France.
I became attached to tennis starting in 2005, specifically since watching my first tournament on the clay courts at Roland Garros, which holds a special place in my heart. With the overwhelming popularity of football worldwide, my goal has become to elevate the popularity of tennis to a similar level, especially since it already has a significant following in the Arab world. As for my favourite player, it is the Swiss Roger Federer.
West Ham United have sent a clear message of intent to the rest of the Championship by smashing the division's transfer record to secure the signing of Arne Engels from Celtic. The Belgian international arrives at the London Stadium for a staggering £22 million fee as the Hammers look to secure an immediate return to the top flight.
Xabi Alonso has admitted to feeling 'emotional' after experiencing his first match in the Stamford Bridge dugout as Chelsea manager. The Spaniard watched his side secure a morale-boosting 3-1 victory over Real Sociedad to conclude their pre-season preparations in style.
Taiwo Awoniyi is preparing to bring his Nottingham Forest career to a close as a move to newly-promoted Coventry City edges closer to completion. The Nigerian international, who was once a record signing at the City Ground, is expected to finalize his departure pending a successful medical examination.
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has urged supporters to remain confident despite watching his side crumble to a 4-2 defeat against AC Milan in Poland. The Red Devils surrendered a lead twice as Ruben Amorim haunted his former employers in a frantic pre-season encounter.
Sunderland have taken a massive step forward in their summer recruitment drive after reaching a full agreement to sign Toulouse defender Dayann Methalie. The Black Cats are set to pay a significant fee for the highly-rated French youngster as Regis Le Bris looks to bolster his squad for the upcoming campaign.
Inter have officially announced the signing of Djed Spence from Tottenham, securing the versatile full-back in a deal worth a total of €35 million. The England international returns to Italian football on a permanent basis to fill the void left by Denzel Dumfries' high-profile departure to Real Madrid.
Aston Villa have ramped up their efforts to sign Parma goalkeeper Zion Suzuki as the club prepares for the potential departure of Emiliano Martinez. While the Midlands side had previously insisted the 2022 World Cup winner was not for sale, fresh developments suggest a move to Serie A is now a distinct possibility.
Xabi Alonso secured his first victory at Stamford Bridge as Chelsea manager, concluding their pre-season preparations with a hard-fought 3-1 win over Real Sociedad. While the performance offered plenty of tactical intrigue, the afternoon was somewhat overshadowed by a polarized reaction from the home crowd toward Enzo Fernandez.
The Scottish FA is closing in on a new head coach to lead the national team into a fresh era following the departure of Steve Clarke. Former West Bromwich Albion defender Sebastien Pocognoli has emerged as the leading candidate to take the reins at Hampden Park.
Middlesbrough have continued their aggressive summer recruitment drive by securing the permanent signature of Tottenham Hotspur defender Ashley Phillips. The England Under-21 international arrives at the Riverside Stadium on a long-term five-year deal, becoming the eighth new face in Kim Hellberg’s squad.
Derek McInnes's tenure as Rangers manager has descended into early-season turmoil after the Light Blues were dumped out of the Europa League qualifiers by Jagiellonia Bialystok. A 1-1 draw on a toxic night at Ibrox confirmed a 3-2 aggregate defeat, leaving the Glasgow giants to settle for a place in the Conference League play-offs.
Leeds United are intensifying their efforts to bolster their defensive options before the transfer window slams shut, with Borussia Monchengladbach centre-back Nico Elvedi emerging as a primary target. The move would see the Swiss international reunite with Daniel Farke at Elland Road following their time together in the Bundesliga.
Ruben Amorim has wasted no time in making his mark at AC Milan, reportedly identifying several high-profile stars for an immediate summer exit. Following a series of underwhelming displays during the club's pre-season tour, the Portuguese tactician has held crunch talks with ownership to finalise his squad plans.
Paris Saint-Germain have reached a definitive agreement with Barcelona to secure the services of Ferran Torres in a deal worth nearly €50 million. The Spanish international forward is now poised to move to the Parc des Princes, ending his tenure at the Camp Nou after four and a half years in Catalonia.
Former Manchester United midfielder Fred is set to return to his roots after agreeing a permanent move to Brazilian giants Atletico Mineiro. The experienced playmaker will depart Turkish side Fenerbahce to head back to the club where his footballing journey first began as a teenager.
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has made it clear that his summer recruitment drive is far from over despite the arrivals of Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans. With the transfer deadline rapidly approaching, the United boss is determined to add at least two more fresh faces to his squad to ensure they can compete at the highest level.
Newcastle United are working on an urgent deal to bring Benfica full-back Amar Dedic to St James' Park as they scramble to address a defensive injury crisis. With the Premier League season opener against Liverpool fast approaching, the Magpies are hopeful that the Bosnia and Herzegovina international can provide an immediate solution to their lack of senior options.
Leicester City's fairytale era under the Srivaddhanaprabha family is officially coming to a close after 16 years of historic highs and devastating lows. Following a catastrophic double relegation that has left the former Premier League champions in the third tier, King Power has formally put the club on the market for a figure exceeding £200 million.
Youri Tielemans has been forced into a public apology to Aston Villa supporters after making controversial comments regarding his summer move to Manchester United. The Belgian midfielder sparked a backlash after suggesting that he had taken a step up by joining the Red Devils during the current transfer window.
Nicolas Jackson is reportedly determined to remain at Chelsea this summer, despite mounting interest from Premier League rivals Aston Villa and potential suitors in La Liga. The Senegalese forward is eager to prove his worth at Stamford Bridge as the club begins a new era under the guidance of manager Xabi Alonso.
