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

Kai Havertz Chelsea 2022-23
  • 14 Jan 2023

Todd Boehly to SACK Chelsea players, NOT Graham Potter

Graham Potter, Chelsea, 2022/23
  • 14 Jan 2023

Graham Potter needs more time at Chelsea - here's why

Joao Felix, Chelsea, 2022/23
  • 12 Jan 2023

'Ciao Felix' - Twitter reacts to Joao's red card on Chelsea debut

Chelsea's Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang
  • 12 Jan 2023

The five Chelsea players who could leave in January

Toni Kroos, Real Madrid, 2022/23
  • 12 Jan 2023

Kroos visits Ronaldo in Saudi Arabia amid Real Madrid exit rumours

Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo
  • 12 Jan 2023

TWO MILLION fans wanted tickets to Ronaldo vs Messi showcase

Joao Felix, Chelsea, 2022/23
  • 12 Jan 2023

Chelsea star Joao Felix 'not humble enough' to succeed

Benoit Badiashile, Chelsea, 2022/23
  • 12 Jan 2023

Chelsea want ANOTHER centre-back after Badiashile transfer

Joao Felix, Atletico Madrid, 2021/22
  • 11 Jan 2023

How Chelsea could line up with Joao Felix

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

Chelsea consider move for ex-Tottenham youngster

Cristiano Ronaldo, Portugal, World Cup 2022
  • 9 Jan 2023

Man Utd's three long-term Ronaldo replacements

Jude Bellingham, Borussia Dortmund, 2022/23
  • 9 Jan 2023

Real Madrid face 'sabotage' attempt in Bellingham transfer

Joao Felix, Portugal, World Cup 2022
  • 9 Jan 2023

Chelsea beat Man Utd & Arsenal to Joao Felix transfer

Harry Kane, Tottenham, 2022/23
  • 9 Jan 2023

Man Utd told Kane could be their Haaland

Marcus Thuram France 2022 World Cup
  • 7 Jan 2023

Chelsea target ANOTHER forward after Datro Fofana transfer

Josko Gvardiola, Croatia, World Cup 2022
  • 7 Jan 2023

Gvardiol reveals dream Premier League club amid transfer speculation

Chelsea sign Datro David Fofana
  • 7 Jan 2023

What Chelsea should do with David Datro Fofana & Andrey Santos

Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting in action with Bayern Munich.
  • 7 Jan 2023

Bayern want new deal for Man Utd transfer target more than signings

N’Dicka: Who is the Tottenham and Arsenal defensive transfer target?
  • 7 Jan 2023

Barcelona target Bundesliga star to solve defensive crisis

Marcus Thuram France 2022 World Cup
  • 7 Jan 2023

Enzo Fernandez is great, but Chelsea need GOALS