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Aditya Gokhale

News & MLS Previews Writer

📝 Bio: I'm a football news writer with over five years of experience and joined GOAL in 2023 after having worked with The Sporting News, Barca Universal, MTAG and The Nutmeg Assist. I decided to switch my career path after having completed my Bachelor's in Sports Management, and have now been looking forward to progressing as a sports journalist.

My Football Story: Having grown up with a number of sports influencing my childhood, I've become obsessed with every single detail of every single sport. That said, I started to gravitate towards football after watching Barcelona play in 2006, and I have been through the highs and the lows - the Koeman era, getting used to a Barca without Messi and, of course, THAT night at Anfield. I spend most of my time staying across La Liga and the Segunda Division, as well as tinkering with my FPL team, that I never seem to get right.

🎯 Areas of Expertise:

  • Expert football opinion & analysis
  • La Liga & Segunda Division football insight
  • Expert understanding of the La Masia set-up

🌟 Favourite Footballing Memory: As a football fan who has resided in India, going to Europe and watching a lot of matches was always going to be a struggle. However, my favourite stadium experience will always be seeing Barcelona's La Liga opener in the 2022-23 season, the start of the first full campaign for Xavi. The match came on the back of what was a pivotal summer transfer window, that saw the arrivals of Lewandowski, Kounde, Christensen and Raphinha.

Articles by Aditya Gokhale
  1. Son set for Spurs showdown talks after receiving LAFC offer

    Son Heung-min is set for crunch talks with Tottenham Hotspur after Major League Soccer side Los Angeles FC made a £15 million ($20.2m) offer for the club captain. With just one year remaining on his contract, Spurs are considering his future - but a decision won’t be made until after their lucrative pre-season tour of Asia, where Son’s presence is essential to the financial payout.

  2. Revealed: Liverpool's stance on signing Isak after landing Ekitike

    Liverpool are still keeping tabs on Alexander Isak despite signing Hugo Ekitike, with the Newcastle United striker keen to leave St James’ Park. The Reds remain interested in a potential £130 million ($176m) move, but will only act if the Magpies soften their stance and Luis Diaz departs. Despite reports, it is now reported that Isak is not currently in talks with Al-Hilal.

  3. De Bruyne Napoli

    De Bruyne sends out message after shock defeat on Napoli debut

    Kevin De Bruyne’s first outing in a Napoli shirt ended in unexpected disappointment as the Serie A giants fell to a 2-0 loss against third-tier side Arezzo in pre-season. Despite the shock result, the Belgian star struck a positive tone on social media, calling the match 'some good minutes' as Gli Azzurri prepare to defend their Scudetto title in the 2025/26 season.

  4. Shock for Chelsea as Ajax ramp up price for wonderkid Hato

    Chelsea's move for Ajax starlet Jorrel Hato has hit a roadblock as the Dutch giants have reportedly raised their asking price. Although the Blues have been in advanced talks and believed they had reached personal terms with the defender, Ajax now reportedly want up to €60 million (£52m/$70m) to sanction a transfer, complicating the potential deal this summer.

  5. Rami attempts to clarify shocking attack on Barca star Yamal

    Adil Rami has tried to explain his shocking comments about Barcelona and Spain star Lamine Yamal, claiming his outburst was misunderstood and not meant as a personal insult. The former France defender sparked outrage with a foul-mouthed rant about the teenager, which he now says was a poorly phrased metaphor aimed at Yamal's behaviour, not his family.

  1. Garnacho risks wrath of Man Utd fans with message to Rashford

    Alejandro Garnacho has raised eyebrows with a celebratory message to Marcus Rashford after the England forward sealed a loan move from Manchester United to Barcelona. The Argentine’s reaction on Instagram came as Rashford became the first player to leave the Red Devils’ 'bomb squad', sparking backlash from fans still frustrated with the outcast winger’s recent behaviour.

  2. Man City rule out Livramento — target Barcelona's Kounde

    Manchester City have reportedly ruled out a summer move for Newcastle’s Tino Livramento, despite needing a new right-back following Kyle Walker’s departure to Burnley. Pep Guardiola is instead considering Barcelona’s Jules Kounde, although a deal looks difficult at the moment. City are now focused on player exits, but could still act if the deal for Kounde is deemed possible.

  3. Young set for Championship switch to Ipswich

    Ashley Young is reportedly set to join Ipswich Town on a free transfer after a potential return to Watford collapsed due to wage issues. The 40-year-old former Manchester United and Everton star was released by the Toffees in May and is now preparing for one final campaign in the Championship under Kieran McKenna as the Tractor Boys eye a return to the Premier League.

  4. Apple TV confirm Ted Lasso season four is in production

    Apple TV has officially confirmed that Ted Lasso Season 4 is in production, with a teaser clip showing the return of fan-favourite characters. Jason Sudeikis is back as Ted, who now faces a new challenge — coaching a second division women’s football team. The fourth season of the series is reportedly set to undergo filming in Kansas City and London.

  5. Tottenham weigh up approach for Crystal Palace defender Guehi

    Tottenham Hotspur are weighing up a renewed approach for Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi, despite their initial bid being rejected in January. Liverpool are said to be heavy favourites to sign the England international, but the Lilywhites have not ruled themselves out of the race as they explore options to bolster their defence this summer amid Cristian Romero's uncertain future.

  6. Why Arsenal still haven't announced signing of Mosquera

    Arsenal agreed a deal with Valencia for Cristhian Mosquera almost ten days ago, but the transfer has yet to be officially announced. The 21-year-old defender travelled to London, and even gave a welcome interview. However, he has been left out of the Gunners' Asia tour squad, raising questions over a delay that remains shrouded in secrecy.