Author Archives: Graham Ruthven

Graham Ruthven

Hakim Ziyech ticks every box for Chelsea – his signing gives Frank Lampard the backing he needs

The Blues have swooped for European football's best creative talents for a bargain €45 million.

Graham Ruthven

West Ham could be another Leeds or Birmingham – the Hammers are not set up to bounce back

The scale of boardroom mismanagement will be laid bare if West Ham are relegated this season.

Graham Ruthven

Under the radar at Leicester, Harvey Barnes is blossoming into a superstar

With all the focus on James Maddison, Barnes has established himself as one of Leicester's major threats.

Graham Ruthven

From the world’s most expensive keeper to liability: How Kepa became Chelsea’s biggest problem

The Chelsea stopper was again in the spotlight for his role in conceding a late winner against Newcastle.

Graham Ruthven

Southampton were brave to stick with Ralph Hasenhüttl and now they’re reaping the benefits

After scrapping near the drop zone for much of the season, Saints are targeting the top half and even Europe.

Graham Ruthven

Man City’s rebuild must start in January if they are to compete with Liverpool next season

With Pep Guardiola's future unclear, City must begin refreshing the squad immediately.

Graham Ruthven

Dortmund is the perfect place for Erling Haaland – he can emulate Lewandowski and Aubameyang

BVB have a rich recent history of developing world class strikers - Haland is in safe hands.

Graham Ruthven

Jordan Henderson has finally proved himself as a worthy successor to Steven Gerrard at Liverpool

Jurgen Klopp's skipper stands alongside the very best of Liverpool captains past.

Graham Ruthven

Duncan Ferguson is not the man for the long-term but he has reminded Everton of their identity

Ferguson's interim stint may well be short but Everton's hierarchy can learn form his tenure.