- 17 Nov 2022
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
- 10 Nov 2022
Which Man Utd player wants January transfer window exit?
- 10 Nov 2022
Atletico consider sacking Diego Simeone with Pochettino on shortlist
- 10 Nov 2022
Barcelona & Chelsea target Benjamin Pavard open to 'new project'
- 10 Nov 2022
Gallagher IN, Guehi & Tomori OUT: How Chelsea transfer decisions impacted England's World Cup squad
- 3 Nov 2022
Mikel Arteta to Barcelona: How the Blaugrana could line up
- 3 Nov 2022
Chelsea, Barcelona or Milan - where could Jorginho play next season?
- 3 Nov 2022
How Gerard Pique could face Barcelona in La Liga despite retirement
- 3 Nov 2022
Why Zakaria is set for Chelsea stay after Champions League debut
- 27 Oct 2022
'Send him to London!' - Ajax should sell Alvarez to Chelsea, claims Sneijder
- 27 Oct 2022
Could Benjamin Sesko transfer to Chelsea still happen?
- 27 Oct 2022
Man Utd transfer target is ‘worth €120m - and price will increase!’
- 27 Oct 2022
Xavi comments prove Barcelona summer transfers failed
- 27 Oct 2022
Should Chelsea regret keeping Bayern Munich target Kai Havertz?
- 20 Oct 2022
Which Chelsea forward is key to Rafael Leao transfer pursuit?
- 13 Oct 2022
Ancelotti: Kroos Read Madrid future in his own hands
- 13 Oct 2022
Chelsea set to seal Nkunku transfer before World Cup
- 13 Oct 2022
Why ex-Chelsea boss Tuchel could replace Southgate as England manager
- 13 Oct 2022
Jorginho vs Kante: Which midfielder should Chelsea offer new contract?
- 6 Oct 2022
Chelsea transfer target describes Reece James as 'toughest' opponent
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