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, Cristiano Ronaldo

19 Jan 2023

'GOAT debate is over' - Twitter reacts to Ronaldo goals against Messi's PSG

Leandro Trossard, Brighton, 2022/23

19 Jan 2023

Revealed: The club Arsenal hijacked Trossard from

Noni Madueke, PSV, Transfer Chelsea, 2022/23

19 Jan 2023

How Chelsea could line up with Noni Madueke

Mykhaylo Mudryk, Ukraine, 2022

15 Jan 2023

How Shakhtar are ripping off Chelsea with €100m Mudryk transfer

Mykhailo Mudryk, Shakhtar Donetsk, 2022/23

14 Jan 2023

'FFP doesn’t exist for Chelsea' - Twitter reacts to Mudryk transfer news

Erling Haaland, Man City, 2022-23

14 Jan 2023

Stop blaming Haaland for Man City’s problems!

Noni Madueke, PSV, 2022/23

14 Jan 2023

Chelsea star Chukwuemeka shows transfer target Madueke love

Alejandro Garnacho

27 Jan 2023

'The kid is cold!' - Man Utd fans react to Garnacho masterclass

Eden Hazard, Real Madrid, 2021/22

14 Jan 2023

Hazard could follow Ronaldo to Al-Nassr

Kai Havertz Chelsea 2022-23

14 Jan 2023

Todd Boehly to SACK Chelsea players, NOT Graham Potter

Graham Potter, Chelsea, 2022/23

14 Jan 2023

Graham Potter needs more time at Chelsea - here's why

Joao Felix, Chelsea, 2022/23

12 Jan 2023

'Ciao Felix' - Twitter reacts to Joao's red card on Chelsea debut

Chelsea's Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang

12 Jan 2023

The five Chelsea players who could leave in January

Toni Kroos, Real Madrid, 2022/23

12 Jan 2023

Kroos visits Ronaldo in Saudi Arabia amid Real Madrid exit rumours

Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo

12 Jan 2023

TWO MILLION fans wanted tickets to Ronaldo vs Messi showcase

Joao Felix, Chelsea, 2022/23

12 Jan 2023

Chelsea star Joao Felix 'not humble enough' to succeed

Benoit Badiashile, Chelsea, 2022/23

12 Jan 2023

Chelsea want ANOTHER centre-back after Badiashile transfer

Joao Felix, Atletico Madrid, 2021/22

11 Jan 2023

How Chelsea could line up with Joao Felix

Noni Madueke, PSV, 2022/23

9 Jan 2023

Chelsea consider move for ex-Tottenham youngster

Cristiano Ronaldo, Portugal, World Cup 2022

9 Jan 2023

Man Utd's three long-term Ronaldo replacements