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

Fabian Ruiz, Napoli

22 Jun 2022

Arsenal rival Newcastle for £26m Youri Tielemans transfer alternative Fabian Ruiz

Joe Gomez, Liverpool

19 Jun 2022

Joe Gomez & four players Liverpool are hoping to sign to new contracts

Vinicius Junior, Real Madrid, 2021/22

19 Jun 2022

How PSG tried to prevent Vinicius Jr's Real Madrid contract extension

Marco Asensio, Real Madrid, 2021/22

19 Jun 2022

Marco Asensio: Real Madrid star subject to Arsenal & Liverpool interest

Gavi, Barcelona, 2021/22

19 Jun 2022

Gavi's uncertain Barcelona future gives Liverpool hope

Raphinha, Leeds, 2021/22

15 Jun 2022

Raphinha transfer news: Liverpool still in the race after Nunez signing?

Tammy Abraham, Roma, 2021/22

15 Jun 2022

Man Utd should target Tammy Abraham after Darwin Nunez transfer fail

Christian Eriksen, Denmark, 2021-22

15 Jun 2022

Christian Eriksen to Man Utd is the transfer football romantics should fear

Kalvin Phillips, Leeds, 2021/22

12 Jun 2022

Leeds find replacement for Man Utd & Man City target Kalvin Phillips

Paul Pogba, Man Utd, 2021-22

12 Jun 2022

How Zidane's PSG could line up with Paul Pogba

Gareth Bale, Real Madrid, 2021/22

12 Jun 2022

Could Gareth Bale reunite with Jose Mourinho at Roma?

Paul pogba, Man Utd, 2021/22

12 Jun 2022

Paul Pogba transfer latest: PSG could hijack Juventus move

Frenkie de Jong, Barcelona, 2021/22

12 Jun 2022

Why Man Utd can bully Barcelona over De Jong transfer fee

Aurelien Tchouameni, Monaco, 2021/22

11 Jun 2022

How Real Madrid could line up with Tchouameni

Gareth Bale, Real Madrid, 2021/22

9 Jun 2022

Gareth Bale to STAY in La Liga?

Darwin Nunez, Benfica, 2021/22

8 Jun 2022

10 players who could transfer to Liverpool this summer

Ousmane Dembele, Memphis Depay, Barcelona, 2021/22

8 Jun 2022

Five Barcelona players who need a transfer this summer

Romelu Lukaku, Chelsea, 2021-22

8 Jun 2022

Romelu Lukaku to Inter: Chelsea's three part-exchange options

Frank Lampard, Everton

8 Jun 2022

Harry Winks to Everton: How many top 6 duds is Frank Lampard going to sign?

Billy Gilmour and Conor Gallagher

5 Jun 2022

Chelsea cannot afford to lose Gallagher and Gilmour to Everton