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Suspension over Johnson is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward.

Impact Johnson has cleared the red card he picked up against Newcastle after sitting out Saturday's contest against Everton. This leaves him as an option for the club's final few games of the season, and he will hope to return to a starting role, as he started in five straight games before the suspension.

MAY 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sees red Saturday Johnson was shown a straight red card in the 37th minute of Saturday's match against Newcastle.

Impact Johnson was sent off in Saturday's clash which left his teammates down to ten men. He will be suspended for their next contest against Everton on Saturday at least. His absence will force a change in the frontline with Omari Hutchinson likely getting his starting role back against the Toffees.

APRIL 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ben Johnson sent off for second yellow card against Newcastle | Premier League

APRIL 26, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Records assist and goal Johnson scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and five chances created in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Chelsea.

Impact Johnson had been a quiet starter for most of 2025 until Sunday. He logged the assist to Ipswich Town's first goal, scored by Julio Enciso. Enciso returned the favor by assisting Johnson's goal, which also marks his first since Ipswich earned Premier League promotion.

APRIL 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ipswich are STUNNING Chelsea 😬

APRIL 13, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Ben Johnson heads Ipswich Town 2-0 in front of Chelsea | Premier League

APRIL 13, 2025 • YOUTUBE

One Team Is Reportedly Gaining 'Momentum' on Ben Johnson Hire This would be quite the move in a competitive AFC west.

JANUARY 15, 2025 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Starts and plays 90 Johnson started and played the full 90 in Sunday's 2-1 loss to Bournemouth.

Impact Johnson was back in action after three matches out, seeing a spot in the starting XI following his thigh issues. This is solid news, although he isn't completely fit yet, with the defender not yet 100 percent. He will hope to avoid any setbacks or reinjury, as he has started in five of his seven appearances this campaign but has missed four games due to his ongoing issues.

DECEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not quite fit Johnson is still recovering despite returning to the bench last time out, according to manager Kieran McKenna. "Both are still not at 100%. They're still managing some those knocks...

Impact Johnson is still working his way back to fitness despite returning to the bench last time out. The defender will likely be on the bench against Bournemouth, though it's unclear if he will actually be fit enough to play there.

DECEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Johnson (thigh) is on the bench for Tuesday's match against Crystal Palace.

Impact Johnson is making his return as expected Tuesday, earning a spot on the bench after two weeks out due to groin issues. This is good news for the club, as he has started in four of his nine appearances this campaign. That said, he should continue in a rotational role, seeing time between the bench and starting XI.

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Could be option Tuesday Johnson is dealing with a "small muscular injury" but took part in Monday's training, and manager Kieran McKenna revealed he has a slight chance to be available for Tuesday's clash...

Impact Johnson took part in Monday's training session and could be a game-time call for Tuesday, but even if he doesn't feature against Palace, he's expected to return to action sooner rather than later. Johnson has started in four of his six appearances this season, tallying one assist, three chances created, 18 tackles, eight interceptions and eight clearances.

DECEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with thigh issues Johnson missed the club's match against Manchester United on Sunday due to an apparent thigh injury.

Impact Johnson was a scratch from Sunday's game against United, with the defender missing out with what has been deemed a thigh issue. This is a tough loss for the club, as he has started in the last three matches he has been an option for. That said, if he misses out, it will force a change, with Wes Burns likely to continue on the right flank of the attack.

NOVEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Johnson (thigh) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Leicester.

Impact Johnson needed to pass a late fitness test to get the start Saturday, but it appears he did just that. The right-back has been the preferred option when fit, though staying fit has proven to be an issue. Johnson will hope to get a few starts to continue getting up to speed before the break.

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Late call Saturday Johnson (thigh) trained Friday, and is a late call for Saturday's clash with Leicester, per manager Kieran McKenna.

Impact Johnson is dealing with a thigh injury and is a late doubt for Saturday's match against Leicester. The defender has been out for two matches with a thigh issue. When fit Johnson has started twice and gone unused three times on the bench, so his role is uncertain at best even when fit.

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out with thigh injury Johnson is out for Saturday's match against Brentford due to a thigh injury, according to manager Kieran McKenna, per Stuart Watson of the East Anglian Daily Times. "Ben is still...

Impact Johnson is set to miss out again, missing his second straight match due to his thigh issues. However, it appears he is nearing a return, with the club mentioning he could've been an option but they didn't want to risk it. That said, he will look to return in their next contest Harrison Clarke is likely to take his spot at right-back.

OCTOBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist Johnson assisted once to go with three crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 4-1 loss versus Manchester City.

Impact Johnson earned his first goal contribution since joining Ipswich Sunday, finding Samuel Szmodics in the seventh minute for the opening goal of the match. He got his first start of the season after Axel Tuanzebe started at right-back in their first match. He will hope to see more time in the starting role, although it looks likely that he will only share time with Tuanzebe.

AUGUST 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes Ipswich move Johnson completed a free transfer to Ipswich Town on a four-year contract, the club announced.

Impact Johnson had fallen into a depth role with West Ham and now gets a permanent move to newly-promoted Ipswich, where he should compete for a place in the starting XI. The full-back's best season with West Ham saw him manage 20 appearances (16 starts) but he could never take a hold on the top job consistently.

JULY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Mainly serves off bench Johnson appeared in 14 games (four starts), registering five interceptions, 11 tackles, 13 clearances and 31 crosses.

Impact Johnson remained in a rotational role this campaign, much like the last, as he didn't see much time, and when he did, it was off the bench. He continues to see less time after getting his most starts in the 2021/22 campaign with 16, leading many to believe he could be on his way out. However, the club and player are currently in talks of a contract extension.

JUNE 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

West Ham don't plan to make Ben Johnson another contract offer - do pastures new beckon? Ben Johnson has turned down two contract extensions at West Ham, who feel they've already made their final offer. His future looks uncertain

JANUARY 26, 2024 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Three crosses Tuesday Johnson had three crosses (zero accurate) and two tackles in Tuesday's 0-0 draw against Brighton. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 31st minute.

Impact Johnson was given only his second start and third appearance of the season against the Seagulls, having notched three crosses, two tackles and two clearances in the draw. The defender shouldn't be expected to end up in this position much this season, mainly serving off of the bench. In his three appearances this campaign, he has registered seven crosses, four clearances, three tackles and three interceptions.

JANUARY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Stays on bench Thursday Johnson (groin) was an unused sub in Thursday's 2-1 loss to Olympiacos in the UEFA Europa League.

Impact Johnson was part of the squad in Thursday's loss but didn't come off the bench. The defender should be available to play Everton on Sunday, though he's not expected to play a prominent role even if deemed fit to feature.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Travels in Europa League Johnson (groin) traveled for Thursday's clash with Olympiacos, according to manager David Moyes. "Ben Johnson and Aaron Cresswell are here and I think, if we need them to, they can...

Impact Johnson being fit once more is a nice depth return for the squad but is very unlikely to overly change the first team. The defender has yet to make a league appearances in 2023/24 and was limited to just 861 minutes in the Premier League in 2022/23.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready to return Johnson is not in the match day squad to face Aston Villa on Sunday.

Impact Johnson returned to training in the buildup to the match, but ultimately misses out on Sunday's squad as he continues to recover from a groin injury. Johnson has yet to appear in the Premier League this season after starting just nine matches a campaign ago.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Johnson (groin) was pictured in training over the break and should again be an option Sunday at Aston Villa.

Impact Johnson is far down the depth chart at West Ham this season, still yet to make an appearance in league play. His lone senior team appearance came in the League Cup when he went a full 90 against Lincoln City on Sept. 27 and that was also the last time he was healthy.

OCTOBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Thursday Johnson (undisclosed) will miss Thursday's Europa League matchup with SC Freiburg.

Impact Considering Johnson has yet to log any minutes in Premier League or Europa League action, his absence likely had minimal impact on the starting XI. Even once cleared to play, the defender figures to serve primarily as a bench option, making him a relative non-factor in fantasy contests.

OCTOBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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