According to a report by TEAMtalk, Daniel Johnson is currently in discussions with Istanbulspor following his recent departure from Stoke City. The midfielder’s contract with Stoke City was terminated last week by mutual consent, allowing him to explore new opportunities. Johnson, who is 31 years old, had one year remaining on his contract, which was set to run until June 2025. However, under the management of former Plymouth Argyle boss Steven Schumacher, Johnson found himself out of favor, leading to a decision that benefited all parties involved.
The latest update from TEAMtalk reveals that Johnson is attracting interest from Istanbulspor, a Turkish club. He has already traveled to Istanbul to negotiate a potential move to the Esenyurt Necmi Kadıoğlu Stadium. Istanbulspor, who were relegated from the Super Lig last season to the TFF Second League, are keen on making an immediate return to the top flight, and they see Johnson as a key addition to their squad in pursuit of this goal.
Free agent in talks after Stoke City exit
Stoke City signed Daniel Johnson in July 2023 on a two-year deal, under the management of their former boss, Alex Neil. Johnson was brought in to bolster the competition and depth within Stoke’s midfield, and he quickly became a regular contributor to the team. Over the course of his time with the Potters, he made 31 appearances across all competitions, scoring two goals.
Johnson’s football journey began in the academy at Crystal Palace, where he developed his skills before moving on to Aston Villa as a young player. His experience and versatility in midfield made him a valuable asset to Stoke during his tenure.