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

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  • 4 Jan 2024

Arsenal target another Ajax defender after Jurrien Timber signing

Thiago Silva, Chelsea, 2023/24
  • 4 Jan 2024

Revealed: Chelsea have Pep Guardiola to thank for Thiago Silva

Jose Mourinho, Roma, 2023/24
  • 4 Jan 2024

"I'm completely insane!" Mourinho announces Netflix documentary amid Roma exit rumours

Jurgen Klopp, Liverpool
  • 1 Jan 2024

Bakayoko in, Thiago out: What Liverpool need in January transfer window

Declan Rice, Arsenal, 2023/24
  • 31 Dec 2023

The five best Premier League transfers of the season so far

Ange Postecolgou, Tottenham
  • 28 Dec 2023

Tottenham 'closely monitoring' former Chelsea wonderkid

Erik ten Hag smiling, Man Utd
  • 28 Dec 2023

Revealed: Borussia Dortmund star interested in Man Utd move

Erik ten Hag, Man Utd
  • 28 Dec 2023

'We won't answer!' Man Utd told NOT to call Serie A club over transfer target

John Terry, Chelsea
  • 28 Dec 2023

'He's a mad man!' Chelsea fans react to the 'next John Terry' making debut

Eddie Howe, Newcastle, 2022/23
  • 28 Dec 2023

Newcastle make Man City star 'top priority' ahead of January window

Nasser Al-Khelaifi, PSG
  • 28 Dec 2023

PSG beat Chelsea and Liverpool to TWO Brazilian wonderkids

Lionel Messi, Inter Miami, 2023/24
  • 28 Dec 2023

Man City beat Chelsea in race to sign 'next Lionel Messi'

Man Utd's Rasmus Hojlund playing for Denmark
  • 27 Dec 2023

Garnacho's six words to Hojlund that prove Man Utd really are together

Erik ten Hag, Man Utd, 2023/24
  • 27 Dec 2023

Ten Hag ready to rival Arsenal for wonderkid told to avoid Man Utd

Michael Owen
  • 22 Dec 2023

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

Juventus youngster Samuel Iling-Junior.
  • 21 Dec 2023

Aston Villa and Tottenham chase Juventus' former Chelsea wonderkid

Mikel Arteta, Arsenal
  • 21 Dec 2023

Arsenal set RIDICULOUS asking price for out-of-favour star

Jadon Sancho, Man Utd
  • 21 Dec 2023

Man Utd target 'welcomes' Sancho swap deal

Real Madrid
  • 21 Dec 2023

Arsenal and Liverpool ‘maintain contact’ with Real Madrid star

Federico Pastorello, football agent
  • 14 Dec 2023

How much did Premier League clubs spend on agent fees in 2023?