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

Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea, 2023/24

17 Aug 2023

The FIVE things Chelsea NEED to do before the transfer window closes

Neymar and Cristiano Ronaldo are the best-paid players in the world

17 Aug 2023

Neymar credits Cristiano Ronaldo for Saudi Pro League rise

Jurgen Klopp and the Liverpool badge on a red and black abstract background

17 Aug 2023

Liverpool to HIJACK Man Utd transfer after Chelsea EMBARRASSMENT

Moises Caicedo, Jurgen Klopp, Liverpool

13 Aug 2023

Liverpool star 'trusts the club' despite Caicedo & Lavia transfer sagas

Kepa Arrizabalaga, Chelsea, 2022/23

13 Aug 2023

Kepa to Real Madrid: Chelsea's goalkeeper situation is a MESS

Harry Maguire, Man Utd, 2022/23

13 Aug 2023

Man Utd transfer offer REJECTED for Maguire replacement

Neymar playing for PSG

13 Aug 2023

Neymar receives 'HUGE BID' amid Barcelona interest

Xavi, Barcelona

12 Aug 2023

Barcelona to FINALLY sign Xavi favourite

Harry Kane, Bayern

12 Aug 2023

Tottenham fans SLAM Daniel Levy after Harry Kane's Bayern transfer

Moises Caicedo, Brighton, Chelsea, 2022/23

12 Aug 2023

Hijack HIJACKED: Chelsea set to complete RECORD Caicedo transfer

Erik ten Hag and the Manchester United badge, on a background of a panorama of Old Trafford in red

12 Aug 2023

Unwanted Man Utd centre-back FINALLY AGREES to leave

Mauricio Pochettino and the Chelsea badge on a blue abstract background

12 Aug 2023

Chelsea's £160m DOUBLE DEAL won't solve Pochettino's BIG problem

Harry Kane, Bayern

12 Aug 2023

How Tottenham will line up WITHOUT Harry Kane

Neymar, Barcelona

12 Aug 2023

Neymar AGREES Barcelona contract - but he CAN'T sign yet

Randal Kolo Muani, Eintracht Frankfurt, 2022/23

10 Aug 2023

Real Madrid in talks with PSG's top Mbappe replacement

Romeo Lavia is subject to a transfer tug of war between Chelsea and Liverpool

10 Aug 2023

Chelsea & Liverpool in HUGE transfer battle ahead of Premier League clash

A black silhouette of Thiago Silva with the Chelsea badge on a plain dark blue background

10 Aug 2023

Real Madrid and Bayern Munich in race to sign Chelsea flop

Romelu Lukaku , Inter, 2022/23

28 Jul 2023

Forget Lukaku! Chelsea have FINALLY signed a top striker

Romeo Lavia, Chelsea, Liverpool

28 Jul 2023

Chelsea to rival Liverpool for £50m Caicedo alternative

Moises Caicedo, Brighton, Chelsea, 2022/23

28 Jul 2023

Chelsea have £80 MILLION Moises Caicedo transfer offer rejected