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

France boss Deschamps accuses Laporte of lying about new Spain allegiance
  • 2 Jun 2021

France boss Deschamps accuses Laporte of lying about new Spain allegiance

Liverpool target Neuhaus denies move to Bayern is agreed
  • 2 Jun 2021

Liverpool target Neuhaus denies move to Bayern is agreed

Man City chairman warns Guardiola club ‘not satisfied’ by Premier League title
  • 2 Jun 2021

Man City chairman warns Guardiola club ‘not satisfied’ by Premier League title

‘No chance’ Gareth Bale retires after Euros, says Wales team-mate
  • 2 Jun 2021

‘No chance’ Gareth Bale retires after Euros, says Wales team-mate

Why Inter losing Conte is a boost to Chelsea Lukaku hopes
  • 23 May 2023

Why Inter losing Conte is a boost to Chelsea Lukaku hopes

Conte leaves Inter days after Serie A title win
  • 23 May 2023

Conte leaves Inter days after Serie A title win

Eric Bailly could leave Man Utd despite new contract
  • 23 May 2023

Eric Bailly could leave Man Utd despite new contract

Southgate: No transfer deals for Kane or Sancho before Euro 2020
  • 23 May 2023

Southgate: No transfer deals for Kane or Sancho before Euro 2020

‘Why not Spurs?’ – Tottenham legend Klinsmann would consider a return
  • 23 May 2023

‘Why not Spurs?’ – Tottenham legend Klinsmann would consider a return

Szoboszlai extends Leipzig contract despite not making debut
  • 23 May 2023

Szoboszlai extends Leipzig contract despite not making debut

Saint-Maximin: Newcastle have to buy more players like Willock
  • 23 May 2023

Saint-Maximin: Newcastle have to buy more players like Willock

Bayer Leverkusen announce Gerardo Seoane as new head coach
  • 23 May 2023

Bayer Leverkusen announce Gerardo Seoane as new head coach

‘Sancho is not blind’ – Liverpool backed to beat Man Utd to Dortmund ace
  • 23 May 2023

‘Sancho is not blind’ – Liverpool backed to beat Man Utd to Dortmund ace

‘Tottenham crave successful team’ – Spurs chairman speaks out amid Kane to Man Utd links
  • 23 May 2023

‘Tottenham crave successful team’ – Spurs chairman speaks out amid Kane to Man Utd links

Transfer flop Werner laments ‘unluckiest season ever’ for Chelsea
  • 23 May 2023

Transfer flop Werner laments ‘unluckiest season ever’ for Chelsea

Klinsmann wants ‘special’ Lewandowski to beat Muller record
  • 23 May 2023

Klinsmann wants ‘special’ Lewandowski to beat Muller record

What Thiago Silva’s contract extension means for Chelsea’s transfer plans
  • 23 May 2023

What Thiago Silva’s contract extension means for Chelsea’s transfer plans

Bruno Fernandes names Man Utd target Grealish as one of the Premier League’s best
  • 23 May 2023

Bruno Fernandes names Man Utd target Grealish as one of the Premier League’s best

RB Leipzig star would be another ‘perfect’ addition to Bayern Munich
  • 23 May 2023

RB Leipzig star would be another ‘perfect’ addition to Bayern Munich

Liverpool legend Gerrard admits taking secret advice from Sir Alex Ferguson
  • 23 May 2023

Liverpool legend Gerrard admits taking secret advice from Sir Alex Ferguson