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

Michael Owen

21 Dec 2023

Michael Owen accused of 'talking rubbish' over blockbuster summer transfer

Mason Greenwood, Man Utd

18 Oct 2023

Man Utd set Mason Greenwood price tag amid LaLiga interest

Pep Guardiola, Man City

18 Oct 2023

How Italian betting scandal could resurrect out-of-favour Man City star's career

Sheikh Jassim, Man Utd

18 Oct 2023

Man Utd takeover: 'Zero chance' of Sheikh Jassim making improved bid

Cristiano Ronaldo, Al-Nassr, Saudi Arabia

18 Oct 2023

Messi, Mbappe & the 11 footballers 'more marketable' than Ronaldo after Saudi move

Ivan Toney with Arsenal badge

18 Oct 2023

Ex-Arsenal winger backs Ivan Toney to become 'modern Ian Wright'

Lionel Messi, Barcelona

18 Oct 2023

Revealed: Lionel Messi's Inter Miami expect to sign Barcelona legend

Serhou Guirassy, Chelsea

12 Oct 2023

Why Chelsea must move quickly to sign Bundesliga sensation

Todd Boehly, Chelsea

12 Oct 2023

Revealed: Chelsea signing 'wasn't surprised' at shocking Premier League finish

Eddie Howe, Newcastle, 2022/23

12 Oct 2023

Newcastle target out-of-favour Arsenal star ahead of January window

Vitor Roque, Athletico Paranaense, 2023

12 Oct 2023

Barcelona given MAJOR Vitor Roque transfer boost

Jorginho, Arsenal, 2023/24

12 Oct 2023

Why Jorginho could leave Arsenal for Barcelona in January

Chelsea star Raheem Sterling.

12 Oct 2023

Chelsea star hails Sterling after England snub

Eden Hazard

5 Oct 2023

'I would retire' - Eden Hazard's brother offers advice to Chelsea legend

Thomas Tuchel and the Bayern Munich

5 Oct 2023

Bayern legend rejects Premier League move in favour of Munich return

Romelu Lukaku celebrates his first Roma goal against Empoli

5 Oct 2023

The INCREDIBLE Romelu Lukaku stat that will FRUSTRATE Chelsea fans

Mikel Arteta, Arsenal

5 Oct 2023

West Ham target £60m Arsenal star compared to Mason Mount

Mauricio Pochettino and the Chelsea badge on a blue abstract background

5 Oct 2023

Chelsea target's market value DOUBLES after Dortmund contract extension

A silhouette of Antonio Mateu Lahoz with the Saudi Arabian flag

28 Sep 2023

Saudi Arabia plot bizarre Premier League transfers

Steven Gerrard

28 Sep 2023

Ex-Man Utd star to sign for Steven Gerrard in Saudi Arabia