- 23 Jun 2021
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
- 23 Jun 2021
Should Liverpool be selling injury-prone Matip instead of Phillips for £15m?
- 23 May 2023
Man Utd legend 'welcomes' Rice to Old Trafford
- 23 May 2023
Ronaldo’s audition to prove he’s worth €60m a year
- 23 May 2023
Morata: Allegri appointment 'won't change' Juventus future
- 23 May 2023
Why are Chelsea wasting €80m on Hakimi when they have Reece James?
- 23 May 2023
Gunners’ youngster ready to ‘kiss Arsenal goodbye’
- 23 May 2023
Real Madrid make approach to move to Atletico's Wanda Metropolitano
- 2 Jun 2021
Tottenham in talks with former Chelsea boss Antonio Conte
- 2 Jun 2021
France boss Deschamps accuses Laporte of lying about new Spain allegiance
- 2 Jun 2021
Liverpool target Neuhaus denies move to Bayern is agreed
- 2 Jun 2021
Man City chairman warns Guardiola club ‘not satisfied’ by Premier League title
- 2 Jun 2021
‘No chance’ Gareth Bale retires after Euros, says Wales team-mate
- 23 May 2023
Why Inter losing Conte is a boost to Chelsea Lukaku hopes
- 23 May 2023
Conte leaves Inter days after Serie A title win
- 23 May 2023
Eric Bailly could leave Man Utd despite new contract
- 23 May 2023
Southgate: No transfer deals for Kane or Sancho before Euro 2020
- 23 May 2023
‘Why not Spurs?’ – Tottenham legend Klinsmann would consider a return
- 23 May 2023
Szoboszlai extends Leipzig contract despite not making debut
- 23 May 2023
Saint-Maximin: Newcastle have to buy more players like Willock
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