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

Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea, 2023/24

1 Feb 2024

Chelsea to FINALLY agree exit of £120,000-a-week transfer flop

Jurgen Klopp, Liverpool, 2023/24

1 Feb 2024

Liverpool reject surprise Deadline Day transfer offer from Premier League club

Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea, 2023/24

1 Feb 2024

Chelsea agree Deadline Day deal with Premier League rivals

Mikel Arteta, Arsenal, 2023/24

1 Feb 2024

Arsenal release senior international who played SIX games in FOUR seasons

Antony, Man Utd, 2023/24

25 Jan 2024

'I get angry!' Man Utd legend criticises €100m flop Antony

Thomas Tuchel and the Bayern Munich

25 Jan 2024

Bayern Munich identify Trippier alternative as Newcastle refuse to sell

Jurgen Klopp, Liverpool

25 Jan 2024

Liverpool target Premier League star as Joel Matip replacement

Romelu Lukaku, Chelsea, 2023/24

25 Jan 2024

Why Chelsea should LOVE Lukaku's Saudi Pro League comments

Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea

25 Jan 2024

Revealed: Chelsea's surprise Premier League transfer target suffers injury

Jose Mourinho, Chelsea

18 Jan 2024

Why Jose Mourinho's Roma sacking could give Chelsea FFP scare

Erik ten Hag, Man Utd

18 Jan 2024

How Bayern's latest transfer could help Man Utd land Ten Hag target

Roberto Firmino, Karim Benzema, Chelsea

18 Jan 2024

Forget Benzema & Firmino! Chelsea are targeting the WRONG Saudi Pro League striker

Ander Barrenetxea, Real Sociedad, 2023/24

18 Jan 2024

Revealed: Arsenal and Spurs to battle over La Liga star signing

Erik ten Hag, Man Utd

11 Jan 2024

Revealed: Ten Hag wants Man Utd to sign ANOTHER Ajax star

Deco, Barcelona

11 Jan 2024

Barcelona expect €100m Bayern Munich bid for 'leading player'

Mikel Arteta, Arsenal

11 Jan 2024

Arsenal 'keeping a close eye' on former Bayern Munich wonderkid

Todd Boehly, Chelsea

11 Jan 2024

Chelsea’s latest transfer target proves Boehly has not learned from mistakes

Jadon Sancho, Man Utd

11 Jan 2024

The five worst moments of Sancho’s disastrous Man Utd career

Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea

4 Jan 2024

Chelsea told to give up pursuit of €45m striker target

Transfers Ajax

4 Jan 2024

Ajax goalkeeper reveals dream to join Man Utd 'like Edwin van der Sar'