Ipswich Town are in talks to sign West Ham United defender Ben Johnson, who is out of contract at the end of the month. Kieran McKenna’s Tractor Boys are hoping to take advantage of this opportunity.
Originally reported by a club insider, and now backed up by Sky Sports News’ Dharmesh Sheth, Ipswich are closing in on signing Johnson a player who has struggled to cement a place in the Hammers’ first team ever since his Premier League debut in 2019.
Although a final agreement has yet to be reached, Johnson’s proposed move to Portman Road Stadium would send a signal of intent from Ipswich.
Ipswich in advanced talks with Ben Johnson’s representatives over signing defender on free transfer as per @ExWHUEmployee. Johnson’s West Ham contract up at end of month & club offered 5-year deal. Johnson wanted to assess all options before making final decision #ITFC #WHUFC
— Dharmesh Sheth (@skysports_sheth) June 25, 2024
Looking to retain their newly found top-flight status, McKenna will be tasked with keeping last season’s Championship runners-up in the Premier League beyond the 2024-25 season.
The Tractor Boys’ first league fixture is scheduled to be a home tie against Arne Slot’s Liverpool on 17th August.