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

The Best Premier League Transfers ever: Edwin van der Sar to Man Utd (2005/06)

24 Nov 2021

Van der Sar is ex-player Man Utd need, not Carrick or Solskjaer

Mason Mount in action for Chelsea in the 2021/22 season

24 Nov 2021

Why there's ZERO chance Mount leaves Chelsea

Luis Enrique has been linked with a return to Barcelona

24 Nov 2021

Forget Rodgers, Man Utd's saviour is Luis Enrique

Why does Dani Alves wear No.8 for Barcelona?

17 Nov 2021

When will Dani Alves make his Barcelona debut?

Chelsea, Arsenal or Milan? Dean Henderson at Man Utd crossroads

17 Nov 2021

Henderson wants OUT at Man Utd

Nobody in the Arsenal dressing room wants to leave, says Bernd Leno

23 May 2023

How much Arsenal could make in January by selling their wantaway players

Liverpool director Michael Edwards

10 Nov 2021

Michael Edwards' five best Liverpool transfers

New Barcelona head coach Xavi is presented to fans after signing his contract

10 Nov 2021

Who are Xavi's coaching team at Barcelona?

Romelu Lukaku, Chelsea, Premier League, 2021/22

10 Nov 2021

Why Chelsea are to blame for Lukaku conundrum

Who is Dusan Vlahovic? Fiorentina’s Serbian striker interesting Arsenal

10 Nov 2021

Spurs given Vlahovic boost as agent 'ignores' Arsenal interest

Xavi at Al Sadd

5 Nov 2021

How much will Xavi earn at Barcelona?

Ndombele: I wanted to quit Tottenham soon after I arrived

3 Nov 2021

Three Spurs stars at risk under Conte

Erling Haaland, Borussia Dortmund, 2021/22

3 Nov 2021

Haaland could cost 300 MILLION, reveals agent

Ansu Fati makes his return from injury for Barcelona

3 Nov 2021

Barcelona 2021-22 kit: New home, away, third & goalkeeper jerseys

Christensen reveals the secret of Chelsea’s defensive improvement under Tuchel

3 Nov 2021

Why Chelsea need Christensen more than Rudiger and Silva

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Man Utd, 2021-22

27 Oct 2021

How much will Solskjaer be paid if he is sacked by Man Utd?

Barcelona could end up paying €22m for Pedri

23 May 2023

Barcelona and Spain to blame for Pedri's injury breakdown

Xavi at Al Sadd

27 Oct 2021

Cazorla explains what Xavi could give to Barca

Bruno Fernandes rapidly established himself as Man Utd’s key player after arriving from Sporting CP

27 Oct 2021

Bruno Fernandes' first Man Utd crisis - who is to blame?

Antonio Rudiger won’t consider new Chelsea contract until he returns from the Euros

27 Oct 2021

Rudiger, Silva and Christensen all going? Chelsea must tackle looming defensive crisis