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

Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City Chiefs

31 Mar 2022

NFL legend Mahomes joins Beckham in MLS ownership

Taiwo Awoniyi

28 Jul 2021

'Not everyone would have survived' - former Liverpool striker opens up on his Anfield experience

Liverpool target Adama Traore allegedly ‘pissed off’ with Wolves

28 Jul 2021

Why the time is right for Adama Traore's Liverpool move

Kalvin Phillips has become a vital member of the Leeds United squad

28 Jul 2021

Bielsa compares Liverpool target Kalvin Phillips to Argentina legend

Armando Broja, Chelsea

28 Jul 2021

Armando Broja could save Chelsea MILLIONS in the transfer market this summer

Man Utd want Saul Niguez as Pogba replacement

14 Jul 2021

Griezmann out, Niguez in: How Barcelona could lineup with Saul

Jadon Sancho has been an unused talent for England at Euro 2020

14 Jul 2021

Mourinho highlights major problem with Man Utd's Sancho deal

From Dembele to Griezmann – how Barcelona blew £1bn in the transfer market

14 Jul 2021

Barca on verge of Griezmann-Saul swap deal with Atletico to cut €12m salary

Pep Guardiola

7 Jul 2021

Tebas slams Guardiola's La Liga comments: 'You won titles due to to financial doping'

Raheem Sterling, Manchester City

7 Jul 2021

Sterling to Real Madrid? England star's not fooling anyone with Euro 2020 form

Jack Grealish, England

1 Sept 2021

Mourinho: Every team needs a player like Grealish!

Billy Gilmour, Chelsea

2 Jul 2021

Is Norwich City the perfect place for Billy Gilmour to develop?

Klopp responds to criticism of new Liverpool signing Ozan Kabak

30 Jun 2021

Ozan Kabak bids farewell to Liverpool after successful loan spell

Rafa Benitez leaves Chinese Super League side Dalian Pro

30 Jun 2021

The comment which led to Everton fans despising Benitez

Rafa Benitez, new Everton manager

30 Jun 2021

OFFICIAL: Everton confirm Liverpool legend Benitez as new manager

Kylian Mbappe has blown hot and cold for PSG this season.

23 Jun 2021

How Mbappe can reach Ronaldo's level, according to Champions League legend

Gianluigi Buffon, Juventus

23 Jun 2021

Buffon: I rejected Barca, here's why...

Jack Grealish, England

23 Jun 2021

Man Utd target Grealish aims to emulate Rooney

Mohamed Salah, Champions League, Liverpool

23 Jun 2021

Salah to miss Liverpool pre-season for Olympic Games with Egypt?

Nat Phillips, Liverpool

23 Jun 2021

Should Liverpool be selling injury-prone Matip instead of Phillips for £15m?