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

Raheem Sterling, Manchester City, 2021/22

13 Jul 2022

'Rejecting Arsenal & Spurs so sweet' - Chelsea fans react to Sterling transfer

Christian Eriksen, Brentford, 2021/22

13 Jul 2022

Christian Eriksen transfer deal sums up Man Utd's slow-moving summer

Ousmane Dembele, Barcelona, 2021/22

13 Jul 2022

Ousmane Dembele will sign new Barcelona contract - Laporta

Raphinha, Leeds, 2021-22

13 Jul 2022

Winners and losers of Raphinha joining Barcelona

Erik ten Hag, Ajax, 2021/22

13 Jul 2022

Ten Hag comments after Liverpool win hint at where Man Utd must sign next

Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba

11 Jul 2022

Pogba and the Man Utd players who left on a free transfer this summer

Erling Haaland in training with Norway

5 Jul 2022

Haaland, Salah, and Ronaldo FPL prices revealed for 2022/23 season

Tyrell Malacia, PSV, 2021/22

4 Jul 2022

Five defenders who could transfer to Man Utd this summer

Gabriel Jesus, Man City, 2021/22

4 Jul 2022

Gabriel Jesus transfer shows Arsenal can only sign cast-offs and kids

Cristiano Ronaldo, Man Utd, 2021/22

3 Jul 2022

Cristiano Ronaldo has damaged Man Utd legacy with transfer request

Cristiano Ronaldo, Manchester United, 2021/22

3 Jul 2022

Ronaldo joining Messi sums up PSG's 'bling-bling' era

Hudson-Odoi for Chelsea, 2021/22

3 Jul 2022

No Raphinha or Dembele at Chelsea should see Hudson-Odoi given chance

Luka Modric helped Real Madrid to Champions League success over Chelsea

3 Jul 2022

'Real Madrid come first' - Luka Modric comments on Mbappe transfer decision

Marcos Alonso, Chelsea, 2021-22

1 Jul 2022

Chelsea identify forward as Marcos Alonso replacement

Neymar, PSG, 2021/22

1 Jul 2022

How Chelsea could line up with Neymar

Neymar, PSG, 2021/22

1 Jul 2022

Raphinha rejection opens door for Neymar to Chelsea

Raphinha, Leeds, 2021-22

1 Jul 2022

Raphinha rejects Chelsea move despite €70m agreement

Raphinha, Leeds, 2021-22

29 Jun 2022

Arsenal fans should be concerned over Raphinha transfer embarrassment

Frenkie de Jong, Barcelona, 2021-22

29 Jun 2022

De Jong, Messi and five players who joined clubs against their will

Raheem Sterling, Manchester City, 2021/22

29 Jun 2022

Chelsea set to splash over €200m on transfers this summer