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

Luka Modric helped Real Madrid to Champions League success over Chelsea

18 May 2023

Modric to STAY at Real Madrid despite Bellingham signing

Ivan Toney, Brentford, 2022/23

18 May 2023

Why Ivan Toney's ban is TERRIBLE news for Chelsea

PSG are set to release Lionel Messi at the end of his contract

11 May 2023

PSG target SHOCK Premier League star to replace Lionel Messi

Reiss Nelson, Arsenal, 2022/23

11 May 2023

Arsenal face Milan and West Ham competition over Hale End star

Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea, 2022/23

11 May 2023

Pochettino makes Chelsea demand true fans will LOVE

Neymar for PSG, 2022/23

4 May 2023

Newcastle eyeing up Neymar transfer instead of Ronaldo

Todd Boehly, Chelsea, 2022/23

4 May 2023

'Todd Boehly created this mess' - Gary Neville takes aim at Chelsea owner

Marcus Rashford, Erik ten Hag, Man Utd, 2022/23

4 May 2023

Man Utd making 'good progress' in Rashford contract talks

Jude Bellingham, Dortmund, Liverpool, 2022/23

4 May 2023

Liverpool are 'choosing not to afford' Jude Bellingham transfer

Todd Boehly, Chelsea, 2022/23

4 May 2023

Chelsea's THREE summer transfer priorities revealed

Kane Man Utd

27 Apr 2023

'We'll see you in June' - Man Utd fans sing Kane's name against Spurs

Hugo Sotelo

27 Apr 2023

Barcelona and Real Madrid fight over prodigy with BARGAIN release clause

Todd Boehly, Chelsea, 2022/23

27 Apr 2023

''Talk about wasting money!'' Chelsea owners criticised by former Premier League manager

Bayern Munich head coach Julian Nagelsmann

27 Apr 2023

Ex-Man Utd boss urges Chelsea target Nagelsmann to join rivals

Frank Lampard, Chelsea, 2022/23

27 Apr 2023

How Lampard is making Chelsea job MORE difficult for Pochettino

Lionel Messi, Barcelona, PSG, 2022/23

20 Apr 2023

Barcelona want Messi return & Chelsea shortlist Pochettino: FootballTransfers recap

Karim Benzema, Real Madrid, 2022/23

20 Apr 2023

Ballon d'Or Benzema! Real Madrid star earns new deal for winning award

Todd Boehly, Chelsea, 2022/23

20 Apr 2023

'I have a lot to offer' - Chelsea legend pleas to help new owners

Jean-Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting Kane

20 Apr 2023

Bayern Munich NEED Harry Kane amid Man Utd & PSG interest

Marcel Sabitzer, Man Utd, 2022/23

14 Apr 2023

'Sign him up!' - Man Utd fans react to Sabitzer's Europa League goals