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

Vinicius Junior, Real Madrid, 2021/22

30 Apr 2022

Vinicius Jr, Drogba & six players Ancelotti made into stars

Ajax defender Noussair Mazraoui

27 Apr 2022

Barcelona miss out on signing of Ajax star

Juan Mata could return to Valencia this summer

27 Apr 2022

What has happened to ex-Chelsea star Mata at Man Utd?

Erling Haaland, Borussia Dortmund, 2021/22

27 Apr 2022

Man Utd CAN attract top talent without Champions League, insists former star

Tammy Abraham, Roma, 2021/22

24 Apr 2022

Arsenal to offer ex-Chelsea star Abraham Premier League return

Bayern winger Serge Gnabry

24 Apr 2022

Conte's Spurs face Real Madrid in transfer race for ex-Arsenal star

Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba

24 Apr 2022

Could Pogba swap Man Utd for Man City?

Manchester United forward Jadon Sancho

20 Apr 2022

Sancho and the five players Man Utd must keep this summer

Fulham's Fabio Carvalho, a target for Real Madrid

20 Apr 2022

How much will Carvalho transfer cost Liverpool?

Nemanja Matic hints at Manchester United exit amid lack of game time

20 Apr 2022

Chelsea, Man Utd and Roma - Why Mourinho loves Matic

Liverpool, Man Utd or Real Madrid: Where will Bissouma go?

23 May 2023

What is the transfer value of Liverpool and Arsenal target Yves Bissouma?

Lautaro Martinez, Inter, 2021/22

16 Apr 2022

Barcelona rejoin race to sign Lautaro Martinez

Ambitious Rooney wants Derby job permanently

16 Apr 2022

Will Wayne Rooney manage in the Premier League THIS season?

Chelsea loanee Conor Gallagher celebrates scoring for Crystal Palace against West Ham

16 Apr 2022

Does Gallagher have a future at Chelsea?

Agent of Jorginho not ruling out a return to Napoli if Sarri is in charge

16 Apr 2022

How Juventus could ruin Chelsea's summer transfer window

Coutinho, Aston Villa

16 Apr 2022

10 players who could transfer to Newcastle this summer

Cristiano Ronaldo, Man Utd, 2021/22

13 Apr 2022

How Man Utd used Zidane to keep Ronaldo happy

Chelsea's Antonio Rudiger has been linked to Real Madrid and PSG

13 Apr 2022

The players Chelsea must keep hold of despite Champions League exit

Alvaro Morata, Juventus, 2021/22

23 May 2023

Arsenal crazy to pay €30m for goal-shy Morata

The Best Premier League Transfers Ever: N’Golo Kante to Leicester City (2015/16)

13 Apr 2022

The players Chelsea must get rid of after Champions League exit