James Shearman

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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

Ronaldo scandals

23 May 2023

Cristiano Ronaldo: Difficult to tell if I’ll be at Man Utd in January

David de Gea in action for Manchester United

23 May 2023

'De Gea is fantastic but can't play like Ederson or Alisson' - Van der Sar

Jude Bellingham, Borussia Dortmund, 2022/23

23 May 2023

The 10 highest valued Under-21 players at the World Cup

Alejandro Garnacho, Man Utd

23 May 2023

Why Ronaldo has caused Garnacho a problem in Argentina

Thomas Tuchel, Chelsea, 2022/23

23 May 2023

Ex-Chelsea boss Tuchel eyeing three HUGE jobs

Mason Mount playing for Chelsea, 2022/23

23 May 2023

Liverpool and Juventus eye Mount move after Chelsea contract uncertainty

Rafael Leao, Milan, 2022/23

23 May 2023

Revealed: Real Madrid have put aside €80m to sign Milan star

Denzel Dumfries, Internazionale

23 May 2023

Chelsea and Tottenham target Denzel Dumfries available for cut-price fee

Liverpool, Jurgen Klopp

23 May 2023

Andy Robertson names Klopp's three best Liverpool signings

Facundo Pellistri, Manchester United, 2021/22

23 May 2023

Which Man Utd player wants January transfer window exit?

Diego Simeone has signed a new Atletico Madrid contract until 2024

10 Nov 2022

Atletico consider sacking Diego Simeone with Pochettino on shortlist

Benjamin Pavard in action for Bayern Munich.

10 Nov 2022

Barcelona & Chelsea target Benjamin Pavard open to 'new project'

Conor Gallagher in action for Chelsea.

10 Nov 2022

Gallagher IN, Guehi & Tomori OUT: How Chelsea transfer decisions impacted England's World Cup squad

Paulo Dybala

23 May 2023

Football Manager 2023 release clauses: The best players to target

Kepa Arrizabalaga for Chelsea, 2022/23

23 May 2023

Football Manager 2023 top bargains: All the best cheap signings

Lionel Messi, PSG, 2022/23

8 Nov 2022

Football Manager 2023 best players: All the top forwards, midfielders, defenders and goalkeepers

Danny Drinkwater

23 May 2023

Football Manager 2023 free transfers: Best goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders and forwards

Mikel Arteta, Arsenal, 2021/22

3 Nov 2022

Mikel Arteta to Barcelona: How the Blaugrana could line up

Jorginho plays for Chelsea

3 Nov 2022

Chelsea, Barcelona or Milan - where could Jorginho play next season?

Gerard Pique Barcelona 2022-23

23 May 2023

How Gerard Pique could face Barcelona in La Liga despite retirement