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

Mikel Arteta, Arsenal, 2023/24

25 Apr 2024

Arsenal to battle PSG for France international

Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea, 2023/24

25 Apr 2024

Crystal Palace have SHAMED Mauricio Pochettino's Chelsea

Mo Salah, Liverpool, 2023/24

25 Apr 2024

What the hell has happened to Mo Salah?

Jamal Musiala, Man City

18 Apr 2024

Jamal Musiala tops Pep Guardiola's four-man transfer shortlist

Erik ten Hag, Manchester United

18 Apr 2024

Man Utd among FOUR clubs chasing Premier League talent

Jude Bellingham, England, Real Madrid, 2023/24

18 Apr 2024

Bayern target should copy Bellingham's Dortmund move instead

Deco, Barcelona, 2023/24

18 Apr 2024

Barcelona hold talks with €60m Man City transfer target

Jack Marriott, Rob McElhenney, Ryan Reynolds, Wrexham

13 Apr 2024

Wrexham promotion makes a mockery of Man Utd legends' Salford

Ruben Amorim, Liverpool

13 Apr 2024

Liverpool enter race for two Ruben Amorim favourites

Todd Boehly, Chelsea, 2023/24

13 Apr 2024

Revealed: Todd Boehly's clever move to save Chelsea a fortune

Gleison Bremer, Juventus, 2023-24

13 Apr 2024

Revealed: Man Utd face Gleison Bremer problem

Jurgen Klopp, Liverpool, Carabao Cup 2023/24

13 Apr 2024

'I don't want another euro!' - Former Liverpool star wants contract cancelled

Ian Wright, Arsenal

13 Apr 2024

'Getting cooked!' - Arsenal signing slammed by Ian Wright

Xabi Alonso, Liverpool, Anfield, 2023/24

11 Apr 2024

Liverpool and Xabi Alonso in battle over £45m transfer target

Thomas Tuchel, Bayern Munich

11 Apr 2024

Bayern Munich star 'ready' to make Premier League move

Xavi, Barcelona

11 Apr 2024

Revealed: Barcelona star has no interest in Arsenal or Liverpool transfer

Santiago Giménez, Feyenoord

11 Apr 2024

Tottenham make Real Madrid target 'priority' summer transfer

David Datro Fofana, Chelsea, Burnley, 2023/24

4 Apr 2024

Why Chelsea must AVOID loaning top prospect to La Liga club

Ralf Rangnick, Cristiano Ronaldo, Man Utd, 2021

4 Apr 2024

Man Utd add former Rangnick recommendation to transfer shortlist

Joshua Zirkzee, Bologna, Man Utd, Arsenal, 2023/24

4 Apr 2024

Man Utd and Arsenal target plans to reject Premier League move