James Shearman

James Shearman

James Shearman has been a regular writer for FootballTransfers since its establishment in November 2020. An expert in Premier League football, James typically produces articles on the ‘big six’ clubs. He particularly enjoys writing feature pieces, such as ranking the importance of past signings or predicting the success of future deals.

Prior to joining the team, he showcased his passion for fantasy football by providing weekly tips for an FPL podcast. He also wrote predicted lineups and statistical pieces for sister site FootballCritic.

James recently graduated from the University of Gloucestershire with a degree in Multimedia Sports Journalism. There, he covered a multitude of sports, including golf, cricket, and horse racing. He also interviewed local hero Eddie the Eagle ahead of the 2022 Winter Olympics for the university website and radio station.

Outside of journalism, James is a keen golfer, cricketer and six-a-side football player. A Chelsea and Leyton Orient fan, he has also attended several foreign football matches, such as Malmo and Rayo Vallecano.

Articles from James Shearman

AC Milan confirm Donnarumma departure

20 Nov 2024

What is AC Milan's biggest loss of all time?

Romelu Lukaku, Inter, 2022/23

20 Nov 2024

What is Inter Milan's biggest loss of all time?

Neymar

5 Sept 2024

Neymar, Ronaldo and the 10 best players in the Saudi Pro League

Enzo Maresca, Chelsea manager

1 Aug 2024

Chelsea prepare €20m transfer offer for Brazilian wonderkid

Matthijs de Ligt, Man Utd, Bayern Munich

1 Aug 2024

Revealed: De Ligt to Man Utd transfer talks 'at a standstill'

Erik ten Hag, Man Utd, 2023/24

2 Aug 2024

Man Utd's Sander Berge interest makes no sense - here's why

Nico Williams on Spain duty at Euro 2024

1 Aug 2024

'It's not possible!' Ex-Barcelona presidential candidate rules out Nico Williams signing

Man City manager Pep Guardiola

1 Aug 2024

'It's Pep Guardiola!' Man City boss declared Man Utd's biggest problem

Mikel Arteta, Arsenal manager

26 Jul 2024

Arsenal agree terms, Chelsea deal close, Nico Williams decision imminent: FootballTransfers recap

Todd Boehly, Chelsea, 2023/24

26 Jul 2024

Revealed: Chelsea legends clash over 'direction' of club

Nico Williams, Lamine Yamal, Barcelona

26 Jul 2024

Nico Williams transfer decision imminent amid Barcelona and PSG interest

Arne Slot, Liverpool

26 Jul 2024

Liverpool eye wonderkid on free transfer from bankrupt club

Pep Guardiola, Man City

26 Jul 2024

Man City set HUGE asking price for wantaway star

Joao Neves, Man Utd

26 Jul 2024

Man Utd chasing Benfica transfer - and it's NOT Joao Neves

Hansi Flick, Barcelona

26 Jul 2024

Barcelona ready to offload €61m wonderkid after one season

Joan Laporta, Barcelona, 2023/24

26 Jul 2024

Revealed: Barcelona make RIDICULOUS transfer offer for Euro 2024 star

Erik ten Hag, Man Utd, 2023/24

25 Jul 2024

David Ornstein reveals exciting Man Utd swap deal

Nico Williams, Lamine Yamal, Barcelona

25 Jul 2024

Barcelona PANIC over Nico Williams transfer

Jhon Duran, Aston Villa, Chelsea, 2023/24

25 Jul 2024

Chelsea Transfer News Today: Wonderkid OFFER submitted, Duran move OFF, Jorgensen HIJACK avoided

Pep Guardiola, Man City

25 Jul 2024

Revealed: The SHOCKING reason Man City star wants to leave