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title: "West Ham considering swoop for Sam Johnstone"
canonical: "https://readwestham.com/2018/06/03/west-ham-considering-swoop-for-sam-johnstone/"
type: "post"
language: "en-GB"
author: "Luke Osman"
section: "West Ham News"
published: "2018-06-03T19:35:03Z"
modified: "2018-06-03T19:35:03Z"
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# West Ham considering swoop for Sam Johnstone

West Ham are reportedly considering a swoop for Manchester United goalkeeper Sam Johnstone.

According to claims from the [Guardian](https://www.theguardian.com/football/2018/jun/02/west-ham-talks-with-psg-javier-pastore), the Hammers’ plans ahead of next season are well underway and with the club keen to land a new goalkeeper, Johnstone is under consideration.

The shot-stopper spent the duration of last season on loan at Aston Villa as he helped them to a play-off final. Steve Bruce’s men were defeated in the final by Fulham, however, and it is now unlikely that Johnstone will make his stay permanent.

![Alex Livesey/Getty Images Sport](https://media.readwestham.com/readwestham/2018/06/957731144.jpg)

West Ham are now apparently contemplating a move for the goalkeeper, who remains on the books at Old Trafford.

The Hammers are unlikely to pursue a permanent deal for Joe Hart following his unsuccessful loan spell at the club. Meanwhile, Adrian has been linked with a move back to Spain this summer.

Therefore, it comes as no surprise to see Manuel Pellegrini actively searching for a new goalkeeper, with Johnstone the latest name to be linked.