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

Sandro Tonali with Chelsea and Newcastle badges

22 Jun 2023

Sandro Tonali: Why Chelsea failed in their bid to sign Newcastle-bound star

Romelu Lukaku, Inter, Chelsea, 2022/23

22 Jun 2023

Lukaku transfer twist! European giants launch SHOCK move for Chelsea outcast

The Liverpool badge next to a white silhouette of Youri Tielemans, set against a backdrop of a panorama of Anfield in red

22 Jun 2023

Liverpool legend faces KNEE REPLACEMENT and EARLY RETIREMENT

Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea

16 Jun 2023

Chelsea agree terms with SURPRISE Pochettino transfer target

Mason Mount of Chelsea over the Manchester United badge, set against a backdrop of a panorama of Old Trafford in red

16 Jun 2023

Man Utd preparing final offer to Chelsea for Mason Mount

Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea, 2022/23

16 Jun 2023

Man City near €40m signing of Chelsea star as Pochettino's rebuild begins

Kylian Mbappé, Real Madrid, 2022/23

16 Jun 2023

Real Madrid have financial plan to sign Kylian Mbappe

Moises Caicedo, Brighton, Chelsea, 2022/23

16 Jun 2023

Has Boehly learned NOTHING? Chelsea would be mad to match Brighton's Caicedo demands

Chelsea's Kai Havertz is linked with Arsenal

15 Jun 2023

Why Chelsea SHOULD sell Kai Havertz to Arsenal

Erik ten Hag, Man Utd, 2022/23

15 Jun 2023

Man Utd takeover: DISASTER for Ten Hag as Glazers stall again

Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea, 2022/23

15 Jun 2023

Chelsea's wonderkid signing in Pochettino's preseason plans

Erling Haaland Borussia Dortmund celebration

15 Jun 2023

'Barcelona could have signed Erling Haaland', says Laporta's rival

Erik ten Hag, Man Utd, 2022/23

15 Jun 2023

Man Utd fans 'disgusted' by Ten Hag transfer decision

Chelsea are trying to beat Arsenal to Moises Caicedo

15 Jun 2023

Arsenal focused on Rice & Havertz deals, NOT Caicedo

Christian Eriksen, Man Utd, 2022/23

15 Jun 2023

Christian Eriksen envisions 'fantastic' striker at Man Utd next season

Andre Onana, Chelsea, Inter, 2022/23

11 Jun 2023

The player Chelsea MUST sign after Champions League final

Manchester United's Jadon Sancho

11 Jun 2023

Man Utd flop Sancho to be offered way out by Premier League club

Youri Tielemans, Leicester, 2022/23

11 Jun 2023

Arsenal miss out on FREE Xhaka replacement Tielemans

Luka Modric silhouette for Real Madrid

11 Jun 2023

Real Madrid star 'cannot reject' HUGE contract offer

Lionel Messi dreaming of a return to Barcelona

11 Jun 2023

REVEALED: How Barcelona still have a chance to sign Lionel Messi