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, Man Utd, 2022/23
  • 31 Jan 2023

Fabrizio Romano reveals Man Utd transfer that is OFF

Conor Gallagher in action for Chelsea.
  • 31 Jan 2023

Gallagher to leave Chelsea? Update on Newcastle & Everton interest

Jorginho, Chelsea, Arsenal, 2022/23
  • 31 Jan 2023

Jorginho to Arsenal: Genius from Arteta, mistake by Chelsea

Barcelona, Teamfoto, Robert Lewandowski, 2022/23
  • 26 Jan 2023

Barcelona 'fear' the return of loan player

Victor Osimhen, Napoli, 2022-23
  • 26 Jan 2023

Man Utd told Victor Osimhen transfer fee

Enzo Fernandez, Moises Caicedo, Chelsea, 2022/23
  • 26 Jan 2023

Enzo, Caicedo, Nunes - which midfielder should Chelsea prioritise?

Anthony Martial, Man Utd, 2022/23
  • 26 Jan 2023

Manchester United MUST replace Anthony Martial

Andrey Santos - the "next Busquets"?
  • 26 Jan 2023

Chelsea's Andrey Santos following in Neymar and Julian Alvarez's footsteps

Malang Sarr, Monaco, 2022/23
  • 19 Jan 2023

Monaco make big decision over Chelsea loanee Malang Sarr

Gavi, Barcelona, 2021/22
  • 19 Jan 2023

Barcelona close to unlocking Gavi contract

Todd Boehly, Chelsea, 2022/23
  • 19 Jan 2023

Chelsea ready to let £40M signing leave for FREE

Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo
  • 19 Jan 2023

'GOAT debate is over' - Twitter reacts to Ronaldo goals against Messi's PSG

Leandro Trossard, Brighton, 2022/23
  • 19 Jan 2023

Revealed: The club Arsenal hijacked Trossard from

Noni Madueke, PSV, Transfer Chelsea, 2022/23
  • 19 Jan 2023

How Chelsea could line up with Noni Madueke

Mykhaylo Mudryk, Ukraine, 2022
  • 15 Jan 2023

How Shakhtar are ripping off Chelsea with €100m Mudryk transfer

Mykhailo Mudryk, Shakhtar Donetsk, 2022/23
  • 14 Jan 2023

'FFP doesn’t exist for Chelsea' - Twitter reacts to Mudryk transfer news

Erling Haaland, Man City, 2022-23
  • 14 Jan 2023

Stop blaming Haaland for Man City’s problems!

Noni Madueke, PSV, 2022/23
  • 14 Jan 2023

Chelsea star Chukwuemeka shows transfer target Madueke love

Alejandro Garnacho
  • 27 Jan 2023

'The kid is cold!' - Man Utd fans react to Garnacho masterclass

Eden Hazard, Real Madrid, 2021/22
  • 14 Jan 2023

Hazard could follow Ronaldo to Al-Nassr