Johnson's parting message
Johnson's parting message
West Ham defender Ben Johnson says his "dreams were exceeded" when he was part of the side that won the Uefa Europa Conference League two years ago.
The 24-year-old, who came through the Hammers academy and made 109 senior appearances, has left the club at the expiration of his contract on 30 June.
In a message to fans on the club website, he said: "I have been blessed to have come through the Academy of Football and to play for the first team in the Premier League, domestic cups and in European competitions.
"I just want to be known and remembered for my time at West Ham for having played with a smile on my face and having really enjoyed my football. That's really important to me."
Johnson, who is the cousin of former England defenders Paul Parker and Ledley King, joined West Ham aged seven.
The full-back was part of the squad that won the Europa Conference League in 2023, which he described as his "most special memory".
He added: "To be involved in a European trophy win doesn't come around frequently, so to be around and be part of it, and to be able to achieve that with West Ham was incredible.
"My dreams were exceeded by what happened two seasons ago and I'm just so, so pleased I did it as a West Ham player. I'll never forget that night."