Ipswich in advanced talks for Ben Johnson transfer after West Ham United decision
Ipswich Town are in advanced talks to sign West Ham United defender Ben Johnson, according to Dharmesh Sheth.
The Sky Sports journalist reported via X (25 June) that the Tractor Boys are advancing with Johnson’s representatives to sign the player on a free transfer.
Johnson’s deal at the London Stadium expires at the end of the month.
The 24-year-old was offered a five-year deal but wanted to assess all his options before making a decision.
Ben Johnson set to leave West Ham United and join Ipswich Town
It appears as if Johnson has rejected the opportunity to remain at the London Stadium.
While some supporters might be surprised that the player has turned down a long-term contract offer from his boyhood club, there are valid reasons for him to do so.
Johnson hardly played last season, making just 14 appearances in the Premier League.
And with a new manager arriving at the club in the form of Julen Lopetegui, the right-back might feel as though he doesn’t fit into the Argentinian’s plans.
Johnson has spent his entire career with the Hammers, and he might have therefore felt as though this was the perfect time for a fresh start.
Had he put pen to paper on a five-year deal, that would have seen him tied down to West Ham for the best years of his career.
As a result, a change of scenery was perhaps more appealing to the player, and it looks as if supporters at the London Stadium should prepare to say their goodbyes.
In other West Ham news, the club have offered a player-plus-cash deal to seal a new transfer.
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