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

Erik ten Hag Manchester United

11 Jun 2023

Man Utd unwilling to meet asking price for Ten Hag's 'high priority' target

David de Gea, Man Utd, 2022/23

9 Jun 2023

Man Utd 'reluctant to pay' £40m asking price for De Gea replacement

Riyad Mahrez, Man City, 2022/23

9 Jun 2023

Could Man City star Mahrez follow Benzema & Kante to Saudi Pro League?

Alexis Mac Allister holding the Liverpool 2023-24 jersey

9 Jun 2023

Liverpool 'schedule talks' with TWO midfielders despite Mac Allister transfer

Mateo Kovacic, Chelsea

8 Jun 2023

Mateo Kovacic reveals Chelsea exit is LIKELY amid Man City interest

Fabrizio Romano and the Chelsea badge on a blue abstract background

9 Jun 2023

Romano delivers 'Chelsea 100%' verdict over transfer target

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

1 Jun 2023

Why Chelsea shouldn't sell Mount & Kovacic to Premier League rivals

Cristiano Ronaldo in action for Al Nassr

1 Jun 2023

Cristiano Ronaldo decides Saudi Arabia future amid exit rumours

Karim Benzema, 2022-23

1 Jun 2023

'Internet is NOT reality!' - Benzema lashes out at Madrid exit rumours

A black silhouette of Thiago Silva with the Chelsea badge on a plain dark blue background

1 Jun 2023

Chelsea to lose ANOTHER star to Serie A after Abraham & Tomori

Tammy Abraham, Roma, 2021/22

1 Jun 2023

Sign him up Poch! Tammy Abraham put up for sale by Roma

Premier League Team of the Season 2022-23

30 May 2023

Premier League Team of the Season: Record-breaker Haaland joins Kane up front

Todd Boehly, Chelsea, 2022/23

30 May 2023

One year since Todd Boehly's Chelsea takeover: 365 days of CHAOS

Erling Haaland of Manchester City with the Real Madrid badge

30 May 2023

Real Madrid's transfer plans involve Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland

Graham Potter, Chelsea, 2022/23

30 May 2023

Former Chelsea boss Graham Potter in talks with surprise Premier League club

Manuel Ugarte. Sporting CP, Chelsea. 2022/23

30 May 2023

Do Chelsea need Manuel Ugarte after £105m Enzo Fernandez signing?

Joao Cancelo, Man City, 2022/23

29 May 2023

Could Cancelo follow Jesus & Zinchenko to Arsenal from Man City?

Todd Boehly, Chelsea, 2022/23

29 May 2023

Former Chelsea star names Boehly's most disappointing transfer

Mauricio Pochettino, Todd Boehly, this is fine, Chelsea

29 May 2023

The new Rafa Benitez? Pochettino is another RISKY appointment by Chelsea

Zinedine Zidane has been linked to Man Utd

25 May 2023

Zinedine Zidane rejects Cristiano Ronaldo reunion