- 16 Nov 2023
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
- 16 Nov 2023
Revealed: Bayern's latest signing rejected Chelsea transfer
- 16 Nov 2023
Salah, Sancho & Varane linked - Saudi Pro League eyeing up transfers 'of the highest level'
- 16 Nov 2023
Revealed: Real Madrid and Chelsea to MISS OUT on top striker signing
- 16 Nov 2023
Atletico Madrid president blames 'tactics' for Joao Felix transfer flop
- 14 Nov 2023
Liverpool lead Chelsea and Barcelona in race to sign Brazilian wonderkid
- 14 Nov 2023
'I dream of a big club!' Brighton to lose ANOTHER star after Caicedo saga
- 14 Nov 2023
'Of course!' Bayern director reveals club will pursue Premier League star
- 14 Nov 2023
Real Madrid refuse to let Kylian Mbappe EMBARRASS them again
- 9 Nov 2023
De Gea receives La Liga interest as Man Utd return proves unlikely
- 9 Nov 2023
Chelsea's £40m wonderkid left out of Southgate's latest England squad
- 9 Nov 2023
Man City miss out on ANOTHER Premier League star
- 9 Nov 2023
Why Ten Hag could miss out on Man Utd transfer targets
- 2 Nov 2023
Chelsea legend blames poor form on lack of 'experience'
- 2 Nov 2023
"I would never reject Real Madrid!" Premier League star admits to missing out on 'dream' transfer
- 2 Nov 2023
Marcus Rashford told to join Man City as Man Utd struggles continue
- 2 Nov 2023
Former Chelsea boss Graham Potter set for shock return to management
- 26 Oct 2023
Man City lining up Musiala as De Bruyne replacement
- 26 Oct 2023
Revealed: Victor Osimhen prefers MLS to joining Neymar in Saudi Pro League
- 26 Oct 2023
'He's a player we looked at' - Howe admits Newcastle interest in Dortmund match winner
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