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

How failed St Mirren trial propelled Mahrez to Man City stardom
  • 19 May 2021

How failed St Mirren trial propelled Mahrez to Man City stardom

From a Man Utd star to Spurs favourites – analysing Mourinho’s Roma shortlist
  • 23 May 2023

From a Man Utd star to Spurs favourites – analysing Mourinho’s Roma shortlist

Young explains why leaving Man Utd for Inter was ‘the best decision he ever made’
  • 23 May 2023

Young explains why leaving Man Utd for Inter was ‘the best decision he ever made’

Abraham valued at £40m: Chelsea’s biggest academy graduate sales
  • 23 May 2023

Abraham valued at £40m: Chelsea’s biggest academy graduate sales

England players asking about Man Utd again, directors claim
  • 23 May 2023

England players asking about Man Utd again, directors claim

Former Barcelona president told everyone about Super League months ago
  • 17 May 2021

Former Barcelona president told everyone about Super League months ago

‘Fans tricked into thinking they stopped Super League – Sky did it’
  • 23 May 2023

‘Fans tricked into thinking they stopped Super League – Sky did it’

Sassuolo boss doesn’t want to play Milan after Super League plans
  • 23 May 2023

Sassuolo boss doesn’t want to play Milan after Super League plans

Former Palace chairman slams ‘hypocrisy’ of players over Super League
  • 23 May 2023

Former Palace chairman slams ‘hypocrisy’ of players over Super League

‘It stinks of the American system’ – Allardyce points finger at Arsenal, Man Utd and Liverpool
  • 23 May 2023

‘It stinks of the American system’ – Allardyce points finger at Arsenal, Man Utd and Liverpool

Pogba out, De Gea in doubt: The Manchester United players who could leave this summer
  • 23 May 2023

Pogba out, De Gea in doubt: The Manchester United players who could leave this summer

Caleta-Car’s form ‘disappoints’ France legend after failed Liverpool move
  • 23 May 2023

Caleta-Car’s form ‘disappoints’ France legend after failed Liverpool move

Pogba signs deal with Amazon, Man Utd star to release ‘The Pogmentary’
  • 23 May 2023

Pogba signs deal with Amazon, Man Utd star to release ‘The Pogmentary’

Chelsea face competition from Arsenal & Juventus for Calhanoglu
  • 23 May 2023

Chelsea face competition from Arsenal & Juventus for Calhanoglu

Ex-Man Utd target Kluivert keen to stay at RB Leipzig ‘for a long time’
  • 19 May 2021

Ex-Man Utd target Kluivert keen to stay at RB Leipzig ‘for a long time’

How De Bruyne transformed Chelsea’s transfer policy
  • 23 May 2023

How De Bruyne transformed Chelsea’s transfer policy

From Dias to Torres: Rating all of Manchester City’s 2020/21 signings
  • 23 May 2023

From Dias to Torres: Rating all of Manchester City’s 2020/21 signings

Dan James reveals what turned around his Man Utd career
  • 23 May 2023

Dan James reveals what turned around his Man Utd career

‘Crystal Palace to decide on future of players at the end of the season’
  • 23 May 2023

‘Crystal Palace to decide on future of players at the end of the season’

Solskjaer: Man Utd see top potential in Amad Diallo
  • 23 May 2023

Solskjaer: Man Utd see top potential in Amad Diallo