Former Welton utility man Will Johnson has today hit out the clubs’ hierarchy following his release last week. Johnson (22), who spent the majority of an injury-hit season on-loan in Sheffield, found the news difficult to swallow. In a heated interview, Johnson said: “I was browsing the WSSC forum and noticed my name had been posted on the released list. The news was later confirmed on Sky Sports News. My heart sank”. Johnson claims he had received no personal contact from the club: “Having spent three wonderful seasons at Welton, a phone call from the manager or chairman would have softened the blow. Instead I received an invoice from treasurer Jack Sawyer demanding unpaid match fees”. He continued: “Although my first-team opportunities had been limited under Big Al, I thought that with a good pre-season under my belt perhaps I could force myself into his plans”. Unfortunately, the WSSC management team disagreed and offered him a free transfer. Johnson revealed that he had been offered a contract by WSSC Reserves but declined; he said “I was overwhelmed with their interest, however, despite lucrative terms on the table, I felt my love story with Welton should end”. Johnson revealed that he has only one regret upon leaving his boyhood club: “That miss away at The Bridge Inn in the 04/05 season will always haunt me. In retrospect perhaps I should have gone for placement instead of power, but hey that’s life”. He finished with a heart-felt for the clubs supporters: “I would like to thank the manager, coaching staff, past team mates and most importantly the supporters. Welton and everyone associated with the club will always have a special place in my heart”.Wednesday, 11 June 2008
JOHNSON REVEALS WELTON TORTURE
Former Welton utility man Will Johnson has today hit out the clubs’ hierarchy following his release last week. Johnson (22), who spent the majority of an injury-hit season on-loan in Sheffield, found the news difficult to swallow. In a heated interview, Johnson said: “I was browsing the WSSC forum and noticed my name had been posted on the released list. The news was later confirmed on Sky Sports News. My heart sank”. Johnson claims he had received no personal contact from the club: “Having spent three wonderful seasons at Welton, a phone call from the manager or chairman would have softened the blow. Instead I received an invoice from treasurer Jack Sawyer demanding unpaid match fees”. He continued: “Although my first-team opportunities had been limited under Big Al, I thought that with a good pre-season under my belt perhaps I could force myself into his plans”. Unfortunately, the WSSC management team disagreed and offered him a free transfer. Johnson revealed that he had been offered a contract by WSSC Reserves but declined; he said “I was overwhelmed with their interest, however, despite lucrative terms on the table, I felt my love story with Welton should end”. Johnson revealed that he has only one regret upon leaving his boyhood club: “That miss away at The Bridge Inn in the 04/05 season will always haunt me. In retrospect perhaps I should have gone for placement instead of power, but hey that’s life”. He finished with a heart-felt for the clubs supporters: “I would like to thank the manager, coaching staff, past team mates and most importantly the supporters. Welton and everyone associated with the club will always have a special place in my heart”.