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

Could Renato Sanches replace Gini Wijnaldum at Liverpool?

23 Feb 2022

Arsenal and Man Utd making big mistake if Renato Sanches joins Milan

Michael Olise playing for Crystal Palace v Chelsea, 2021/22, Premier League

23 May 2023

Is Olise ready for Arsenal or Chelsea move?

Ancelotti provides major update on the Real Madrid futures of Ramos and Bale

16 Feb 2022

Klopp, Conte & six coaches who could replace Ancelotti at Real Madrid

Paul Pogba, Manchester United, Premier League, 2021/22

16 Feb 2022

What must happen for Pogba to sign for Juventus

Nabil Fekir, Real Betis, 2021/22

16 Feb 2022

Betis respond to Barcelona interest in €100m Fekir

Ronaldo and Harry Maguire, Man Utd

16 Feb 2022

Ronaldo v Maguire: What are the divisions inside Man Utd dressing room?

‘Havertz will become a superstar now!’ – Chelsea captain backs final hero

13 Feb 2022

World champions Chelsea have 'won it all' thanks to Abramovich takeover

Atletico spent â¬110m on Joao Felix

13 Feb 2022

How Joao Felix has cost Atletico Madrid €9m per La Liga goal

Jurgen Klopp rules out leaving Liverpool for German national team

13 Feb 2022

Klopp confirms contract talks with Liverpool star

Philippe Coutinho celebrates scoring for Aston Villa against Leeds

10 Feb 2022

Coutinho on FIRE: Were Barcelona the problem?

Ronald Araujo, Barcelona

10 Feb 2022

Araujo, Kounde & Chelsea's defensive summer shortlist

Chris Wood, Newcastle

9 Feb 2022

Are Newcastle's January signings enough for Premier League survival?

Christian Eriksen playing for Denmark at Euro 2020 before his cardiac arrest

9 Feb 2022

Conte would love to coach Eriksen again

Romelu Lukaku, Chelsea, 2021-22

9 Feb 2022

Lukaku ends Chelsea drought but he must do much more

Alexandre Lacazette: Arteta rules out contract talks until the summer

2 Feb 2022

Lyon president confirms Arsenal transfer target

Mauricio Pochettino

2 Feb 2022

Pochettino quits PSG for Man Utd?

Ainsley Maitland-Niles, Arsenal, 2021-22

1 Feb 2022

Arsenal transfers: Every signing and sale for 2021-22

Robin Gosens, Atalanta, Serie A, 2020-21

26 Jan 2022

Chelsea miss €25m open goal with Gosens

Adama Traore, Wolves

26 Jan 2022

Who needs a late signing more - Man Utd, Arsenal, Chelsea or Spurs?

Diego Carlos, Sevilla, 2021-22

26 Jan 2022

Newcastle have beaten Arsenal to Bruno Guimaraes - now they MUST sign a defender