Ben Johnson to leave West Ham after offer rejected – sources
West Ham defender Ben Johnson has decided to leave the club after turning down extension offers, sources have told Football Insider.
Johnson, 24, is planning to quit at the end of June when his current deal expires despite the Hammers’ attempts to tie him down.
Rangers and Leeds United were among the interested clubs in the January transfer window and could retain their interest in the free agent, as reported by Football Insider.
Everton were also keeping close tabs on Johnson last year as they looked to bring in a full-back at the time.
The versatile right-back made 20 appearances in all competitions this season with David Moyes often calling him from the bench late in games.
Ben Johnson to leave West Ham this summer
His future has been up in the air for some time after he rejected multiple offers from West Ham to extend his contract.
Having been with the Hammers since the age of seven, Johnson progressed through the academy system and made his 100th senior appearance in February.
Now, though, his time at the London Stadium is set to come to an end, and he will have the choice of where he ends up next without the need for a transfer fee to be paid.
Former West Ham forward Frank McAvennie told Football Insider earlier this year that the club should let Johnson leave for free amid speculation over his future.
In other news, Jack Harrison is likely to leave Leeds United this summer.
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