Liverpool sign Glen Johnson

The official Liverpool FC site has announced that the club that have agreed a deal with Portsmouth to sign Glen Johnson. The Reds have beaten Chelsea to the signature of the England international after both clubs agreed fees with Portsmouth earlier this month. Johnson has decided to make the switch to Anfield rather than return to Stamford Bridge for a second spell.

The short statement reads:
“Liverpool FC confirmed this evening that they had reached an agreement with Portsmouth Football Club and with Glen Johnson for the transfer of the player to Anfield.”