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

Kylian Mbappe, PSG, 2023/24

5 May 2024

'Why not!?' Kylian Mbappe accepts Usain Bolt's 100m sprint challenge

Jurgen Klopp, Liverpool, 2023/24

5 May 2024

Liverpool ready to reward emerging star with new contract

Antony, Man Utd, 2023/24

5 May 2024

Man Utd want Antony sale to fund Michael Olise transfer

Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea, 2023/24

5 May 2024

Genius Pochettino tactic has resurrected Chelsea flop's career

Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea

5 May 2024

Pochettino saves Chelsea job with Spurs and West Ham thrashings

Pep Guardiola, Liverpool

5 May 2024

Revealed: Liverpool lining up Pep as future manager

Lionel Messi, Chelsea, question marks

2 May 2024

Revealed: Chelsea make HUGE offer for 'next Lionel Messi'

Thomas Tuchel, Bayern Munich

2 May 2024

Bayern Munich handed boost in Thomas Tuchel replacement hunt

Gabriel Jesus

2 May 2024

It's time to go! Why Arsenal should sell Gabriel Jesus this summer

Antonio Conte, Chelsea

2 May 2024

How Chelsea could line up with Antonio Conte

Jurgen Klopp, Liverpool, 2023/24

25 Apr 2024

Carragher warns big-name Liverpool star could be sold

Declan Rice and Kai Havertz during Arsenal's Premier League win over Brentford

25 Apr 2024

Rice A, Havertz C: Grading every Arsenal signing this season

Mikel Arteta, Arsenal, 2023/24

25 Apr 2024

Arsenal to battle PSG for France international

Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea, 2023/24

25 Apr 2024

Crystal Palace have SHAMED Mauricio Pochettino's Chelsea

Mo Salah, Liverpool, 2023/24

25 Apr 2024

What the hell has happened to Mo Salah?

Jamal Musiala, Man City

18 Apr 2024

Jamal Musiala tops Pep Guardiola's four-man transfer shortlist

Erik ten Hag, Manchester United

18 Apr 2024

Man Utd among FOUR clubs chasing Premier League talent

Jude Bellingham, England, Real Madrid, 2023/24

18 Apr 2024

Bayern target should copy Bellingham's Dortmund move instead

Deco, Barcelona, 2023/24

18 Apr 2024

Barcelona hold talks with €60m Man City transfer target

Jack Marriott, Rob McElhenney, Ryan Reynolds, Wrexham

13 Apr 2024

Wrexham promotion makes a mockery of Man Utd legends' Salford