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Author: George Hartley

I'm George Hartley - a young, eager football writer based in the West Midlands. My interests lie in European football and I write about La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, Ligue 1 and a host of other divisions. I am an avid Aston Villa supporter.
Five signings for Manuel Pellegrini’s West Ham United

Five signings for Manuel Pellegrini’s West Ham United

May 28, 2018 by George Hartley

With a £75 million archest at his disposal, Manuel Pellegrini will have to buy smart to improve West Ham United’s fortunes. George Hartley picked out five potential signings.

PSG’s ugly sister - Promotion dream for Paris FC

PSG’s ugly sister – Promotion dream for Paris FC

April 23, 2018 by George Hartley

George Hartley details the mixed fortunes and promotion prospects of Ligue 2’s Paris FC who are aiming to mix it with their more illustrious city rivals in the near future.

Is the future of football coverage online? An interview with Football Daily’s Zac Djellab

Is the future of football coverage online? An interview with Football Daily’s Zac Djellab

March 26, 2018 by George Hartley

With numerous YouTube channels drawing in views in the millions, does football coverage’s future lay online? George Hartley chats to Football Daily’s Zac Djellab.

Replacing Robben and Ribery - three non-Bundesliga youngsters who could be ideal

Replacing Robben and Ribery – three non-Bundesliga youngsters who could be ideal

February 22, 2018 by George Hartley

With two Bayern Munich legends in the twilight of their careers, George Hartley picks out a few up and coming youngsters who could be their successors.

Make way, José! Who will Manchester United turn to if Mourinho leaves this summer?

Make way, José! Who will Manchester United turn to if Mourinho leaves this summer?

January 12, 2018 by George Hartley

Things haven’t gone according to plan for Jose Mourinho this season in terms of a title challenge, but will he be around next season for another crack?

Can Valencia challenge Real Madrid for La Liga's second place?

Can Valencia challenge Real Madrid for La Liga’s second place?

November 5, 2017 by George Hartley

George Hartley assesses Valencia’s chances of causing a surprise in La Liga by splitting the traditional top two come season’s end.

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