- 27 May 2021
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
- 27 May 2021
‘Why not Spurs?’ – Tottenham legend Klinsmann would consider a return
- 24 May 2021
Szoboszlai extends Leipzig contract despite not making debut
- 24 May 2021
Saint-Maximin: Newcastle have to buy more players like Willock
- 24 May 2021
Bayer Leverkusen announce Gerardo Seoane as new head coach
- 25 May 2021
‘Sancho is not blind’ – Liverpool backed to beat Man Utd to Dortmund ace
- 24 May 2021
‘Tottenham crave successful team’ – Spurs chairman speaks out amid Kane to Man Utd links
- 23 May 2021
Transfer flop Werner laments ‘unluckiest season ever’ for Chelsea
- 19 May 2021
Klinsmann wants ‘special’ Lewandowski to beat Muller record
- 19 May 2021
What Thiago Silva’s contract extension means for Chelsea’s transfer plans
- 19 May 2021
Bruno Fernandes names Man Utd target Grealish as one of the Premier League’s best
- 19 May 2021
RB Leipzig star would be another ‘perfect’ addition to Bayern Munich
- 17 May 2021
Liverpool legend Gerrard admits taking secret advice from Sir Alex Ferguson
- 19 May 2021
How failed St Mirren trial propelled Mahrez to Man City stardom
- 19 May 2021
From a Man Utd star to Spurs favourites – analysing Mourinho’s Roma shortlist
- 19 May 2021
Young explains why leaving Man Utd for Inter was ‘the best decision he ever made’
- 19 May 2021
Abraham valued at £40m: Chelsea’s biggest academy graduate sales
- 19 May 2021
England players asking about Man Utd again, directors claim
- 17 May 2021
Former Barcelona president told everyone about Super League months ago
- 17 May 2021
‘Fans tricked into thinking they stopped Super League – Sky did it’
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