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

Zinedine Zidane has been linked to Man Utd

25 May 2023

Zinedine Zidane rejects Cristiano Ronaldo reunion

Kane Man Utd

25 May 2023

Man Utd target Harry Kane needs to leave 'social experiment' Spurs

Christian Pulisic in action for the USMNT.

25 May 2023

'He needs to go!' Former Chelsea star thinks Pulisic must leave

Erik ten Hag next to the Manchester United badge

25 May 2023

Man Utd get 'no negotiations' BOOST for Ten Hag transfer target

Mykhailo Mudryk, Chelsea, Arsenal, 2022/23

25 May 2023

Mudryk offer proves Arsenal could MISS OUT on key transfer target

Neymar PSG 2022-23

23 May 2023

'Go to Man City!' - Neymar's friend tells him to leave PSG

Ruben Neves, Wolves, 2021/22

23 May 2023

Man Utd and Barcelona target Ruben Neves waves goodbye to Wolves

Jurgen Klopp, Liverpool, 2022/23

23 May 2023

Liverpool turn to Bayern Munich star to resolve midfield crisis

Lautaro Martinez, Inter, 2021/22

23 May 2023

How much will Man Utd & Chelsea target Lautaro Martinez cost?

Dusan Vlahovic of Juventus after Serie A draw with Bologna

23 May 2023

Chelsea face competition for Juventus' Dusan Vlahovic, says agent

Sadio Mane's silhouette in front of Chelsea's badge

23 May 2023

Man Utd, Arsenal & Spurs in battle for ex-Chelsea defender

Bernardo Silva playing for Manchester City.

23 May 2023

Bernardo Silva to leave Man City after Champions League final?

Luka Modric helped Real Madrid to Champions League success over Chelsea

23 May 2023

Modric to STAY at Real Madrid despite Bellingham signing

Ivan Toney, Brentford, 2022/23

23 May 2023

Why Ivan Toney's ban is TERRIBLE news for Chelsea

PSG are set to release Lionel Messi at the end of his contract

23 May 2023

PSG target SHOCK Premier League star to replace Lionel Messi

Reiss Nelson, Arsenal, 2022/23

23 May 2023

Arsenal face Milan and West Ham competition over Hale End star

Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea, 2022/23

23 May 2023

Pochettino makes Chelsea demand true fans will LOVE

Neymar for PSG, 2022/23

23 May 2023

Newcastle eyeing up Neymar transfer instead of Ronaldo

Todd Boehly, Chelsea, 2022/23

23 May 2023

'Todd Boehly created this mess' - Gary Neville takes aim at Chelsea owner

Marcus Rashford, Erik ten Hag, Man Utd, 2022/23

23 May 2023

Man Utd making 'good progress' in Rashford contract talks