Marvin Johnson has returned to Solihull Moors on a short-term contract that will keep him at the National League club until January 9. The move reunites the 35-year-old winger with Darryl Eales, the former Oxford United chairman who now owns Solihull Moors.
Johnson began his professional career with Solihull Moors back in 2009. He later joined Oxford United for a reported club record fee ahead of the 2016/17 season, making 55 appearances, scoring seven goals, and providing 11 assists for the U's. His career also included spells at Motherwell, Middlesbrough, Sheffield United, and Sheffield Wednesday, where he won promotion to the Championship in 2023. He became a free agent after leaving Port Vale this summer.
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He joins fellow short-term signing Elias Kachunga at the National League outfit. Johnson's return to his first club provides a personal link for Oxford United supporters who remember his contributions during his single season at the Kassam Stadium.
While Johnson's focus is now on the National League, Oxford United are preparing for their next League One fixture. The U's currently sit 10th in the table with 11 points from six games, their recent form reading three wins, one draw, and one loss. The club's current standing and squad reflect a different era from when Johnson was a key attacking presence. His new deal at Solihull Moors runs until January 9.
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