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

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

Conor Gallagher in action for Chelsea.

8 Sept 2022

Gallagher, Broja & the Chelsea youngsters Tuchel has left Graham Potter with

New Chelsea manager Graham Potter in on the Brighton touchline.

8 Sept 2022

How Chelsea could line up under Graham Potter

Graham Potter Brighton

8 Sept 2022

The player Graham Potter wishes Tuchel never sold at Chelsea

Todd Boehly, Chelsea owner

2 Sept 2022

Which Chelsea players will be offered new contracts?

Carlo Ancelotti, Real Madrid, 2021/22

2 Sept 2022

Which players does Ancelotti want to retire at Real Madrid?

Ajax’s Edson Alvarez dreaming of move to Manchester City

2 Sept 2022

Chelsea want €50m Edson Alvarez in January despite Zakaria loan

Ten Hag, Rangnick, ManUtd

2 Sept 2022

How Rangnick's Man Utd transfer plans differed to Ten Hag's

Jude Bellingham, Dortmund, 2021/22

2 Sept 2022

How Arthur loan helps Liverpool with Bellingham pursuit

Arsenal's Hector Bellerin is wanted by Barcelona

1 Sept 2022

What time does the summer transfer window close?

Wesley Fofana, Leicester, 2022/23

31 Aug 2022

How Chelsea will line up with Wesley Fofana

Antony, Ajax, 2022/23

30 Aug 2022

How Ten Hag's Man Utd will line up with Antony

Frenkie de Jong, Barcelona, 2022/23

29 Aug 2022

Man Utd targets De Jong and Memphis in England - Football Transfer recap

Amad Diallo Man Utd 2022-23

29 Aug 2022

Amad Diallo's value PLUMMETS as Man Utd flop set for another loan stint

N'Golo Kante, Chelsea, 2021/22

29 Aug 2022

Why Chelsea should sell N'golo Kante to PSG

Anthony Gordon, Everton, 2021/22

29 Aug 2022

Chelsea must NOT repeat Barkley mistake with Anthony Gordon

Frenkie de Jong in action for Barcelona.

29 Aug 2022

Man Utd targets De Jong and Memphis are in England - here's why

Barcelona’s €65m bust: Why it’s gone wrong for Miralem Pjanic

28 Aug 2022

Which players could Barcelona sell before the transfer window closes?