James Shearman

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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

Anthony Gordon, Everton, 2021/22

30 Sept 2022

Antony Gordon admits £60m Chelsea offer was 'absolutely crazy'

Todd Boehly, Chelsea owner

29 Sept 2022

Chelsea in talks to buy Portuguese club

Gabriel Slonina for Chicago Fire

29 Sept 2022

Chelsea signing Gabriel Slonina thought Petr Cech's approach was 'fake'

Rafael Leao, Milan, 2022/23

29 Sept 2022

Chelsea to offer Milan players in exchange for Rafael Leao

Emile Smith Rowe, Arsenal, 2021/22

29 Sept 2022

Will Smith Rowe's injury impact Arsenal's January transfer window?

Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger

21 Sept 2022

Arsenal’s Banter Era: 2016-2021

Jude Bellingham, Dortmund, 2022/23

21 Sept 2022

Why Man Utd and Liverpool face missing out on Bellingham

Raheem Sterling

21 Sept 2022

Chelsea's summer signings ranked

Jude Bellingham Borussia Dortmund 2022-23

21 Sept 2022

'Jude Bellingham wants to play for Real Madrid'

Gerard Deulofeu, Udinese, 2021-22

21 Sept 2022

Deulofeu: I'd turn down Barca, but how could I say no to Real Madrid?

Raheem Sterling

15 Sept 2022

The England players helped by summer transfers ahead of World Cup

Jose Mourinho, Roma, 2021/22

15 Sept 2022

How Jose Mourinho contributed to Arsenal's transfer window

Rafael Leao, Milan, 2022/23

15 Sept 2022

Man City join race for Chelsea's top transfer target Rafael Leao

Graham Potter Brighton

15 Sept 2022

Two players Graham Potter MUST sell at Chelsea

Raphinha, Barcelona, 2021/22

10 Sept 2022

How Neymar impacted Raphinha's Chelsea rejection

Aaron Wan-Bissaka Man Utd 2022-23

10 Sept 2022

How Man Utd director saved Wan-Bissaka's career... for now

Cristiano Ronaldo, Man Utd, 2022-23

10 Sept 2022

Chelsea target Man Utd star on free transfer… and it's not Ronaldo!

Trent Alexander-Arnold, Liverpool, 2021/22

10 Sept 2022

Agent: Trent Alexander-Arnold's 'arrogance' the reason for Liverpool struggles

Graham Potter Brighton

10 Sept 2022

Revealed: Five Chelsea players set for role changes under Graham Potter

Graham Potter Brighton

8 Sept 2022

Why £21m for Graham Potter is a BARGAIN for Chelsea