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

Cristiano Ronaldo, Man Utd, 2021/22
  • 3 Jul 2022

Cristiano Ronaldo has damaged Man Utd legacy with transfer request

Cristiano Ronaldo, Manchester United, 2021/22
  • 3 Jul 2022

Ronaldo joining Messi sums up PSG's 'bling-bling' era

Hudson-Odoi for Chelsea, 2021/22
  • 3 Jul 2022

No Raphinha or Dembele at Chelsea should see Hudson-Odoi given chance

Luka Modric helped Real Madrid to Champions League success over Chelsea
  • 3 Jul 2022

'Real Madrid come first' - Luka Modric comments on Mbappe transfer decision

Marcos Alonso, Chelsea, 2021-22
  • 1 Jul 2022

Chelsea identify forward as Marcos Alonso replacement

Neymar, PSG, 2021/22
  • 1 Jul 2022

How Chelsea could line up with Neymar

Neymar, PSG, 2021/22
  • 1 Jul 2022

Raphinha rejection opens door for Neymar to Chelsea

Raphinha, Leeds, 2021-22
  • 1 Jul 2022

Raphinha rejects Chelsea move despite €70m agreement

Raphinha, Leeds, 2021-22
  • 29 Jun 2022

Arsenal fans should be concerned over Raphinha transfer embarrassment

Frenkie de Jong, Barcelona, 2021-22
  • 29 Jun 2022

De Jong, Messi and five players who joined clubs against their will

Raheem Sterling, Manchester City, 2021/22
  • 29 Jun 2022

Chelsea set to splash over €200m on transfers this summer

Mason Mount, Chelsea, 2021/22
  • 29 Jun 2022

Raphinha & Sterling to Chelsea: What happens to Mason Mount?

Raphinha, Leeds, 2021-22
  • 29 Jun 2022

How Chelsea could line up with Raphinha

Matthijs De Ligt, Juventus, 2021/22
  • 26 Jun 2022

De Ligt to Chelsea: Why Juventus defender is worth losing Werner for

Hakim Ziyech, Chelsea, 2021/22
  • 26 Jun 2022

Hakim Ziyech to AC Milan? It's time Chelsea forward left the Premier League

Kylian Mbappe, PSG, 2021/22
  • 26 Jun 2022

PSG star reveals Kylian Mbappe's reason for rejecting Real Madrid transfer

Cristiano Ronaldo, Manchester United, 2021/22
  • 26 Jun 2022

Cristiano Ronaldo: Jorge Mendes wants forward out of Man Utd

Harry Maguire, Man Utd
  • 22 Jun 2022

De Ligt, Torres & five options to replace Harry Maguire at Man Utd

Raheem Sterling, Man City, 2021-22
  • 22 Jun 2022

Sterling better than Salah & Saka? Raheem is Chelsea's dream signing

Sadio Mane, Liverpool, 2021/22
  • 22 Jun 2022

'One of our finest ever players' - Liverpool fans react to Sadio Mane transfer