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

Anthony Gordon, Everton, 2021/22
  • 29 Aug 2022

Chelsea must NOT repeat Barkley mistake with Anthony Gordon

Frenkie de Jong in action for Barcelona.
  • 29 Aug 2022

Man Utd targets De Jong and Memphis are in England - here's why

Barcelona’s €65m bust: Why it’s gone wrong for Miralem Pjanic
  • 28 Aug 2022

Which players could Barcelona sell before the transfer window closes?

Marcos Alonso, Chelsea, 2021-22
  • 28 Aug 2022

How Marcos Alonso has helped Tottenham at Chelsea's expense

Wilfried Zaha
  • 28 Aug 2022

How Chelsea could line up with Wilfried Zaha

Anthony Martial, Man Utd, 2022/23
  • 28 Aug 2022

Does Anthony Martial deserve new Man Utd contract?

Marco Asensio, Real Madrid, 2021/22
  • 28 Aug 2022

Arsenal favourites to sign Marco Asensio as Man Utd prioritise Antony transfer

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang Barcelona 2022-23
  • 26 Aug 2022

Why Chelsea AND Man Utd want Aubameyang over Cristiano Ronaldo

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang Barcelona 2022-23
  • 26 Aug 2022

Why Chelsea NEED to complete Aubameyang signing

Victor Osimhen in action for Napoli.
  • 26 Aug 2022

Would Man Utd swap Cristiano Ronaldo for Napoli's Victor Osimhen?

Jules Kounde Barcelona 2022-23
  • 26 Aug 2022

How Barcelona could line up with Jules Kounde v Valladolid

Frenkie de Jong in action for Barcelona.
  • 14 Aug 2022

How De Jong is pushing Aubameyang out of Barcelona

Cristiano Ronaldo, Brentford v Man Utd, 2022/23
  • 14 Aug 2022

Man Utd Supporters' Trust issue withering attack after Brentford humiliation

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang Barcelona 2022-23
  • 14 Aug 2022

How much do Barcelona want from Chelsea for Aubameyang?

Conor Gallagher, England, 202122
  • 14 Aug 2022

Keep, loan or sell? What Chelsea MUST do with Conor Gallagher

Houssem Aouar Lyon 2022-23
  • 14 Aug 2022

Houssem Aouar linked with bizarre Premier League move

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in action for Barcelona.
  • 1 Sep 2022

How Chelsea will line up with Aubameyang

Wesley Fofana, Leicester, 2022/23
  • 14 Aug 2022

Revealed: What Wesley Fofana will earn at Chelsea

Sasa Kalajdzic in action for VfB Stuttgart.
  • 13 Aug 2022

Revealed: Kalajdzic wants Man Utd transfer

Romelu Lukaku, Chelsea, 2021-22
  • 12 Aug 2022

'Romelu Lukaku was a good signing for Chelsea'