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

Kieran Tierney, Arsenal, 2022/23

25 Aug 2023

Why Arsenal are making a MISTAKE with Kieran Tierney exit

Erik ten Hag and the Manchester United badge, on a background of a panorama of Old Trafford in red

25 Aug 2023

Man Utd target Champions League winner on a FREE transfer

Xavi, Barcelona

25 Aug 2023

Xavi makes DESPERATE plea for Barcelona transfer

Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea, 2023/24

25 Aug 2023

Pochettino takes aim at Klopp with £100m transfer claim

Ivan Toney, Brentford, 2022/23

24 Aug 2023

REVEALED: Man Utd and Chelsea target Ivan Toney's asking price

Lucas Paqueta, West Ham

24 Aug 2023

Man City learn asking price of England star after Paqueta transfer collapse

Moises Caicedo, Brighton, Chelsea, Liverpool

24 Aug 2023

'MONEY TALKS!' - Ex-Chelsea star SLAMS Caicedo's decision to reject Liverpool

Erik ten Hag, Man Utd, 2023/24

24 Aug 2023

REVEALED: Man Utd's two-man goalkeeper shortlist

Moises Caicedo, Chelsea

24 Aug 2023

Chelsea star claims £115m Caicedo transfer was 'worth every pound'

Sofyan Amrabat, Fiorentina, Man Utd

23 Aug 2023

Man Utd handed MAJOR BOOST in Sofyan Amrabat pursuit

Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea, 2023/24

23 Aug 2023

How Chelsea could beat PSG to WONDERKID transfer

Romelu Lukaku, Chelsea, Inter

23 Aug 2023

Chelsea's Lukaku plan if Juventus transfer falls through

Erik ten Hag with the Manchester United and Chelsea badges, set against an abstract red and black background

23 Aug 2023

Man Utd set to battle Chelsea for highly-rated striker

Jurgen Klopp and the Liverpool badge on a red and black abstract background

23 Aug 2023

Liverpool forced to 'walk away' from ANOTHER midfield target

Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea, 2023/24

23 Aug 2023

Chelsea legend describes club as 'BEAST' that some signings 'won't handle'

Mason Greenwood, Man Utd, 2021/22

22 Aug 2023

Man Utd 'under pressure' to donate Greenwood transfer fee

Pep Guardiola, Man City, 2022/23

22 Aug 2023

Man City's deal for star signing is OFF after SHOCK twist

Moises Caicedo, Chelsea, 2023-24

22 Aug 2023

How Chelsea's record Moises Caicedo transfer helps Arsenal

Cristiano Ronaldo, Al-Nassr, Saudi Arabia

22 Aug 2023

Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr target ANOTHER Champions League star after poor Saudi Pro League start

Chelsea star Raheem Sterling.

22 Aug 2023

Raheem Sterling admits problem that could 'haunt' Chelsea this season