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

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

23 Mar 2022

How much is Rudiger's signing-on fee and how does it affect Man Utd & Madrid?

Barcelona v Napoli

23 Mar 2022

Xavi's Barcelona showing Man Utd how a rebuild should be done

Lionel Messi, PSG

16 Mar 2022

Messi, Neymar and five great players in decline

Ronald Araujo, Barcelona

16 Mar 2022

Why Man Utd have transfer edge on Arsenal for Araujo

Hazard treated like a serial killer – Bale

16 Mar 2022

Why Arsenal should NOT sign Hazard

Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba

13 Mar 2022

Pogba told to 'look elsewhere' once Man Utd contract expires

Cristiano Ronaldo pictured with Tom Brady after Manchester United's 3-2 win over Tottenham.

22 Mar 2022

Ronaldo vs Brady: How do the all-time greats compare?

Cristiano Ronaldo, Man Utd, 2021-22

13 Mar 2022

Ronaldo's future in his hands, NOT Man Utd's

Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo

13 Mar 2022

Has Rangnick turned a corner with Ronaldo?

Cesar Azpilicueta, Chelsea

10 Mar 2022

Chelsea's looming captaincy crisis

Cristiano Ronaldo, Man Utd, 2021-22

9 Mar 2022

Revealed: This is Ronaldo’s worst season for injuries for eight years

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

9 Mar 2022

Rudiger leaving Chelsea for Newcastle would signal a transfer of power

The Best Premier League Transfers Ever: Eden Hazard to Chelsea (2012/13)

2 Mar 2022

The best Chelsea XI of Roman Abramovich's reign

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

2 Mar 2022

How Abramovich sale affects Rudiger, Christensten and Azpilicueta futures

Roman Abramovich, Chelsea, 2021/22

2 Mar 2022

Conor McGregor: I wish to explore buying Chelsea

Roman Abramovich, Chelsea

2 Mar 2022

'We’ll never have a better owner' - Fans react to Abramovich selling Chelsea

Former Norwich City manager Daniel Farke

2 Mar 2022

Daniel Farke quits as coach of Russian club Krasnodar - without managing a single game

Antonio Conte, Tottenham, 2021-22

23 Feb 2022

Antonio Conte changes mind about Tottenham star

Lionel Messi wins Ballon d'Or

23 Feb 2022

Messi is better than Maradona - Xavi

Mikel Arteta, Arsenal, 2021/22

23 Feb 2022

What Arsenal are ready to offer Arteta