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

Luis Enrique, Spain, 2021/22

2 Mar 2023

How Chelsea could line up under Luis Enrique

Graham Potter, Chelsea, 2022/23

18 Feb 2023

ONE goal in FIVE games! Chelsea in crisis after £600m transfer spend

Kalidou Koulibaly warming up for Chelsea.

18 Feb 2023

Koulibaly reveals which Chelsea signings have been 'magic'

Andrey Santos, Chelsea

18 Feb 2023

Andrey Santos' future takes unexpected twist

Julian Araujo Mexico

18 Feb 2023

Julian Araujo compared to Barcelona legend as Mexico star given glowing report

Enzo Fernandez, Chelsea, 2022/23

18 Feb 2023

‘Lack of f**king respect!’: Thiago Silva hits out over Enzo Chelsea critics

Joao Cancelo, Man City, 2022/23

16 Feb 2023

Man City identify Joao Cancelo replacement

Enzo Fernandez, Chelsea, 2022/23

16 Feb 2023

Revealed: The Chelsea players whose values have doubled this season

Takefusa Kubo

16 Feb 2023

Real Madrid told to pay €60m to re-sign Kubo

Victor Osimhen, Napoli, 2022/23

16 Feb 2023

Ranking the FIVE strikers Chelsea should target

Evan Ndicka, Eintracht Frankfurt, 2022/23

14 Feb 2023

Who is Evan Ndicka? The Frankfurt star set to join Barcelona

Antonio Conte, Tottenham, 2021/22

10 Feb 2023

How Chelsea could stop Spurs signing England international

Erling Haaland, Man City, 2022-23

9 Feb 2023

Liverpool shouldn't have ignored Haaland transfer advice

Chelsea's Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang

9 Feb 2023

Chelsea MUST start Fofana after Aubameyang exit

Raheem Sterling, Chelsea, 2022/23

4 Mar 2023

From Sterling to Koulibaly: Grading Chelsea's summer transfer business

Paulo Dybala

19 Oct 2023

Football Manager 2023 release clauses: The best players to target

Kepa Arrizabalaga for Chelsea, 2022/23

19 Oct 2023

Football Manager 2023 top bargains: All the best cheap signings

Lionel Messi, PSG, 2022/23

19 Oct 2023

Football Manager 2023 best players: All the top forwards, midfielders, defenders and goalkeepers

Danny Drinkwater

19 Oct 2023

Football Manager 2023 free transfers: Best goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders and forwards

Anthony Martial, Man Utd, 2022/23

5 Feb 2023

The unbelievable Martial stat that proves Man Utd have to sell