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

Emile Smith Rowe, Arsenal, 2021/22

29 Sep 2022

Will Smith Rowe's injury impact Arsenal's January transfer window?

Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger

21 Sep 2022

Arsenal’s Banter Era: 2016-2021

Jude Bellingham, Dortmund, 2022/23

21 Sep 2022

Why Man Utd and Liverpool face missing out on Bellingham

Raheem Sterling

21 Sep 2022

Chelsea's summer signings ranked

Jude Bellingham Borussia Dortmund 2022-23

23 May 2023

'Jude Bellingham wants to play for Real Madrid'

Gerard Deulofeu, Udinese, 2021-22

21 Sep 2022

Deulofeu: I'd turn down Barca, but how could I say no to Real Madrid?

Raheem Sterling

15 Sep 2022

The England players helped by summer transfers ahead of World Cup

Jose Mourinho, Roma, 2021/22

15 Sep 2022

How Jose Mourinho contributed to Arsenal's transfer window

Rafael Leao, Milan, 2022/23

15 Sep 2022

Man City join race for Chelsea's top transfer target Rafael Leao

Graham Potter Brighton

15 Sep 2022

Two players Graham Potter MUST sell at Chelsea

Raphinha, Barcelona, 2021/22

10 Sep 2022

How Neymar impacted Raphinha's Chelsea rejection

Aaron Wan-Bissaka Man Utd 2022-23

10 Sep 2022

How Man Utd director saved Wan-Bissaka's career... for now

Cristiano Ronaldo, Man Utd, 2022-23

10 Sep 2022

Chelsea target Man Utd star on free transfer… and it's not Ronaldo!

Trent Alexander-Arnold, Liverpool, 2021/22

10 Sep 2022

Agent: Trent Alexander-Arnold's 'arrogance' the reason for Liverpool struggles

Graham Potter Brighton

10 Sep 2022

Revealed: Five Chelsea players set for role changes under Graham Potter

Graham Potter Brighton

8 Sep 2022

Why £21m for Graham Potter is a BARGAIN for Chelsea

Conor Gallagher in action for Chelsea.

8 Sep 2022

Gallagher, Broja & the Chelsea youngsters Tuchel has left Graham Potter with

New Chelsea manager Graham Potter in on the Brighton touchline.

8 Sep 2022

How Chelsea could line up under Graham Potter

Graham Potter Brighton

8 Sep 2022

The player Graham Potter wishes Tuchel never sold at Chelsea

Todd Boehly, Chelsea owner

23 May 2023

Which Chelsea players will be offered new contracts?