James Olley

Senior Football Writer at ESPN

london, england, united kingdom

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Society of Editors Sports News Story of the Year award winner - ‘Wembley for Sale’ Two-time SJA award winner (Sports Scoop, Regional Writer of the Year). Co-author of Amazon best-selling book 'The Deal' & ghost of ‘Up Front’, Clive Allen’s autobiography. Founder member of judging panel for the London Football Awards.

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Liam Rosenior: Chelsea can emulate Man United's 'Class of 92' - ESPN

Liam Rosenior said he believes Chelsea can emulate Manchester United's fabled 'Class of '92' as they pursue a policy of targeting silverware with young players. The 41-year-old takes charge of his first game as Blues boss in Saturday's FA Cup third round ... See more

espn.com.sg•James Olley•Jan 9, 2026

Sources: Saka to sign new five-year deal at Arsenal

Arsenal have agreed the framework of a new long-term contract with Bukayo Saka, sources have told ESPN.

thegamenashville.com•James Olley•Jan 9, 2026

Bukayo Saka to sign new five-year deal at Arsenal - sources - ESPN

Arsenal have agreed the framework of a new long-term contract with Bukayo Saka, sources have told ESPN. Both parties have been confident for several months that the 24-year-old would commit his future to the club and sources have indicated those negotiati... See more

espn.co.uk•James Olley•Jan 9, 2026

Liam Rosenior 'not arrogant,' but ready for Chelsea challenge - ESPN

Liam Rosenior has admitted he faces a challenge to win over Chelsea fans as head coach but insisted the club's potential is "limitless" and vowed: "I'm not arrogant, I'm very good at what I do." The 41-year-old will take charge of his first game in Saturd... See more

espn.co.uk•James Olley•Jan 9, 2026

Arsenal still in control of title race, Liverpool need improvements - ESPN

Arsenal missed the chance to move eight points clear at the top of the Premier League after being held to a 0-0 draw by champions Liverpool at Emirates Stadium. The Gunners largely dominated the first half, but Reds defender Conor Bradley went closest to ... See more

espn.com.sg•James Olley•Jan 8, 2026

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Liam Rosenior: Chelsea can emulate Man United's 'Class of 92' - ESPN

Sources: Saka to sign new five-year deal at Arsenal

Bukayo Saka to sign new five-year deal at Arsenal - sources - ESPN

Liam Rosenior 'not arrogant,' but ready for Chelsea challenge - ESPN

Arsenal still in control of title race, Liverpool need improvements - ESPN

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Liam Rosenior: Chelsea can emulate Man United's 'Class of 92' - ESPN

Sources: Saka to sign new five-year deal at Arsenal

Bukayo Saka to sign new five-year deal at Arsenal - sources - ESPN

Liam Rosenior 'not arrogant,' but ready for Chelsea challenge - ESPN

Arsenal still in control of title race, Liverpool need improvements - ESPN