Sattyik Sarkar European Football Writer

Sattyik Sarkar

European football writer

Bio: Sattyik hails from Kolkata, India, which is also known as the Mecca of Football in the country. He has been following the sport since 2008 and developed a passion for European football after watching Sir Alex Ferguson's Manchester United dominate the Premier League. Sattyik has worked for publications such as The Bridge, Khel Now, Sportskeeda and Sportsdunia, and has also been a member of the media team of I-League champions Inter Kashi. 

My Footballing Story: There was a time when Sattyik was engrossed in cricket, but then football came along. During the 2008-09 season, a nine-year-old Sattyik was introduced to Manchester United by a friend at school. He considers Cristiano Ronaldo to be his hero, and Sir Alex Ferguson and Jose Mourinho as his favourite managers, while having an admiration for Johan Cruyff's philosophy. He studies the tactical aspects of the sport and delivers an impartial view in his role as a football writer. 

Areas of Expertise:

  • Tactical aspects of football
  • Manchester United
  • Transfer market dynamics
  • Scouting

Favourite Footballing Memory: Sattyik dreams of seeing Indian football develop and hopes to one day see the Indian national team participate in the World Cup. When it happens, that will automatically be his favourite footballing memory. 

Articles by Sattyik Sarkar
  5. FC Bayern München v Borussia Mönchengladbach - BundesligaGetty Images Sport
    Bayern MunichR. Guerreiro

    Bayern full-back to leave club next summer

    Bayern Munich left-back Raphael Guerreiro, who has 72 appearances for the Bundesliga giants, might not have a future at the Allianz Arena heading into the 2026-27 season. The Portuguese defender, who has struggled with injuries and playing time under manager Vincent Kompany, is expected to leave the club as a free agent after his contract expires next summer.

  6. FC Barcelona v Real Madrid CF - La Liga EA SportsGetty Images Sport
    BarcelonaBenfica

    Barcelona start talks with upcoming Benfica star

    Barcelona have commenced their communication with Benfica teenager Goncalo Oliveira's agent over a possible move in the future. The player's entourage met Barca's sporting director Deco, and although only brief talks were held, the Catalan think-tank might consider an offer for the 19-year-old, who is yet to make his senior debut for the Portuguese giants.

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