Ben Johnson to leave West Ham after Rangers swoop – sources
West Ham ace Ben Johnson will leave the club on a free transfer this summer, sources have told Football Insider.
The 24-year-old wants to take advantage of his free-agent status in the upcoming window upon the expiry of his contract.
Rangers were among the clubs interested in the right-back in January, and could re-enter the race for his signature this summer, sources have told Football Insider.
The player’s versatility is also highly valued by clubs in the Premier League and clubs at the top end of the Championship.
He has played in various positions across the pitch, with Johnson lining out at right-back, left-back and centre-back, as well as right and left midfield.
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Sources told Football Insider in January that the Hammers were open to handing the player a new contract, with Johnson having rejected several offers from the Irons.
The Hammers academy graduate has made 22 senior appearances in all competitions this season, with a further three appearances coming for the club’s under-21s in the EFL Trophy and Premier League 2.
The defender boasts over 100 West Ham appearances, but is set to leave the London Stadium for free at the end of the season.
Former Hammers man Frank McAvennie told Football Insider last month that the club should allow the player to leave this summer.
In other news, Irons plan to terminate midfielder’s deal.
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