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

Nicolas Jackson, Chelsea, 2023/24

21 Sep 2023

Chelsea have €60m striker on January shortlist as Jackson struggles

Hazard Chelsea

14 Sep 2023

REVEALED: Why wonderkid REJECTED Chelsea in favour of La Liga move

Todd Boehly, Chelsea owner

14 Sep 2023

'It's a mid-table squad!' Former Chelsea star BLASTS Boehly's transfer strategy

The Glazers, Joal Glazer, Avram Glazer, Man Utd

14 Sep 2023

€400m made in three years: Brighton show Man Utd how to sell players

Thiago Silva has experienced a frustrating season at Chelsea

14 Sep 2023

Why Chelsea could revive interest in Thiago Silva replacement

Todd Boehly, Chelsea

7 Sep 2023

Chelsea still WASTING MONEY after transfer window closes

Erik ten Hag, Jadon Sancho, Man Utd

7 Sep 2023

REVEALED: Man Utd's plan for Sancho after REJECTED Saudi bid

Neymar, Al-Hilal

7 Sep 2023

Neymar, Benzema & the 10 biggest Saudi Pro League transfers of the summer

Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea, 2023/24

7 Sep 2023

Chelsea monitoring €27m 'Norwegian Mbappe'

Joao Felix says he wants a transfer to Barcelona

7 Sep 2023

Joao Felix gave up a FORTUNE to sign for Barcelona

Erik ten Hag and the Manchester United badge, on a background of a panorama of Old Trafford in red

4 Sep 2023

How Man Utd could BENEFIT from late Saudi Pro League deadline

Sergio Ramos, PSG

4 Sep 2023

REVEALED: Real Madrid legend Sergio Ramos' HUGE Saudi Arabia offer

Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea, 2023/24

4 Sep 2023

Chelsea plotting £80m January transfer despite £1 BILLION spend

Mohamed Salah, Liverpool, 2023/24

4 Sep 2023

Liverpool star has 'NO CONCERN' over Salah's future despite Saudi interest

Mohamed Salah, Al-Ittihad

4 Sep 2023

The 10 stars who could still move to Saudi Pro League

Cole Palmer, Man City, 2023/24

31 Aug 2023

How Chelsea will line up with Cole Palmer

Mauricio Pochettino and the Chelsea badge on a blue abstract background

31 Aug 2023

Chelsea set HUGE asking price for Spurs Deadline Day target

Joao Palhinha, Fulham, 2022/23

31 Aug 2023

Forget Gravenberch! Liverpool NEED Bayern target Palhinha

Mikel Arteta and the Arsenal badge on a red and black abstract background

31 Aug 2023

Arsenal eyeing Deadline Day transfer swoop for highly-rated defender

Ryan Gravenberch, Netherlands, Bayern

31 Aug 2023

Liverpool's Gravenberch pursuit depends on £60m Premier League star