West Ham exit to be confirmed in days as player agrees £60k p/w deal – report

Ben Johnson’s departure from West Ham United is imminent, with the defender agreeing to a £60,000 per-week contract with Ipswich Town, according to The Times. Despite Julen Lopetegui’s assurances, Johnson has chosen to leave the Hammers in pursuit of regular football and a higher salary.

Johnson’s decision comes after West Ham offered him a new five-year deal, which he turned down in favor of a four-year contract with Ipswich Town. The versatile defender, who can play across the defense and in midfield, has been a valuable asset to West Ham, but his desire for more playing time and a higher wage bill has led to his exit.Lopetegui had been keen to keep Johnson, but the player’s mind was made up. The West Ham manager is now targeting Aaron Wan-Bissaka as a potential replacement, according to sources.

Johnson’s departure will be a loss for West Ham, but fans are hopeful that his replacement will be a suitable one.Johnson’s move to Ipswich Town, who were recently promoted to the Championship, will see him become one of the club’s top earners. His experience and standing in the squad justify his £60,000 per-week salary, which was not matched by West Ham’s offer.While West Ham fans will be sad to see an academy talent leave, they understand that the player’s desire for regular football and a higher salary could not be met by the club.

The onus is now on Lopetegui to find a suitable replacement before the Premier League campaign starts.In other news, Tottenham’s move for a West Ham star is set to accelerate after Euro 2024, according to sources. The transfer window is always full of surprises, and West Ham fans are eagerly waiting to see what the future holds for their team.