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

Lionel Messi, Inter Miami, 2023/24

28 Dec 2023

Man City beat Chelsea in race to sign 'next Lionel Messi'

Man Utd's Rasmus Hojlund playing for Denmark

27 Dec 2023

Garnacho's six words to Hojlund that prove Man Utd really are together

Erik ten Hag, Man Utd, 2023/24

27 Dec 2023

Ten Hag ready to rival Arsenal for wonderkid told to avoid Man Utd

Michael Owen

22 Dec 2023

Michael Owen accused of 'talking rubbish' over blockbuster summer transfer

Juventus youngster Samuel Iling-Junior.

21 Dec 2023

Aston Villa and Tottenham chase Juventus' former Chelsea wonderkid

Mikel Arteta, Arsenal

21 Dec 2023

Arsenal set RIDICULOUS asking price for out-of-favour star

Jadon Sancho, Man Utd

21 Dec 2023

Man Utd target 'welcomes' Sancho swap deal

Real Madrid

21 Dec 2023

Arsenal and Liverpool ‘maintain contact’ with Real Madrid star

Federico Pastorello, football agent

14 Dec 2023

How much did Premier League clubs spend on agent fees in 2023?

Kendry Paez

14 Dec 2023

Kendry Paez to Chelsea: Wonderkid to join first team training ahead of 2025 transfer

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Marseille, 2023/24

14 Dec 2023

How Chelsea flop Aubameyang is proving doubters wrong at Marseille

Erik ten Hag, Man Utd, 2023/24

14 Dec 2023

Man Utd handed transfer boost as top target makes crucial decision

Frenkie de Jong, Barcelona

30 Nov 2023

De Jong's Barcelona future remains uncertain amid Man City and PSG interest

Erik ten Hag, Man Utd

30 Nov 2023

Man Utd transfer target to reject January move ahead of Euro 2024

Gabriel Jesus, Arsenal, 2023/24

30 Nov 2023

'I don't care!' Jesus dismisses Osimhen/Toney transfer rumours

Mikel Arteta, Arsenal

30 Nov 2023

Arsenal to deal Lens another blow with January transfer move

Pep Guardiola, Joao Cancelo, Man City, 2022/23

30 Nov 2023

Revealed: Joao Cancelo had a FOUR-YEAR history of sulking at Man City

Mikel Arteta, Arsenal

30 Nov 2023

Arsenal join Man Utd in race for €40m Bundesliga star

Erik ten Hag, Man Utd

23 Nov 2023

Revealed: Man Utd set asking price for star Ten Hag wants out

Chelsea mystery manager

23 Nov 2023

'Can I smoke there?' Former Chelsea manager gives crazy response to Saudi Arabia rumours