How Accrington fans have reacted to Portsmouth signing right-back Callum Johnson
Callum Johnson is a player who is clearly going to be missed at Accrington.
That’s if posts on social media are anything to go by, after the right-back completed his move to Pompey.
The highly-rated defender today joined the Blues on a two-year deal, with the club having the option of a third.
The fee is undisclosed but is believed to be in the region of £200,000, plus add-ons.
Johnson leaves Accy after three successful years – a period that saw him accumulate 119 appearances and become a firm favourite among the Wham Stadium fans.
On Twitter, the Pompey new-boy thanked the Accrington faithful for their support and helping to create some wonderful memories, following his switch to the south coast.
He said: ‘Thank you @ASFCofficial for an unbelievable 3 years I will never forget.
‘You have given me memories that will stay with me forever.
‘The Gaffer, Jimmy, John, Holty, the fans and all have been so good to me and I would like to say thank you for everything.’
And the Accrington fans were equally as complimentary as they wished their ex-player all the best at Fratton Park.
They also informed Blues fans they were getting a ‘fantastic’ player who is the ‘best right-back in the division’.
Here's some of the comments posted on Twitter by Accy supporters...
@ihatepol: Fantastic, best rb in the league.
Thanks Callum for the past 3 years what a fantastic player and hope you smash it at Pompey.
@Howardlee310: Thanks Callum for the past 3 years what a fantastic player and hope you smash it at Pompey.
@sykes2_sykes: He’s a brilliant player who will give everything.
@zoe84055096: I’m gutted, the best defender, going to miss you so much, Callum you was wonderful on the pitch.
Hope you have a good time. Hopefully we will see each other soon. Best of luck.
@baldy984: A League Two Champion! Should be playing higher than League One but all the best.
@WakefieldDaz: Good luck Callum you did a great job for us.
Any crosses at our place stick over Clayton end roof from now on #league2winner.
@cspeight_npc: Best of luck Callum. Quality player.
@Keil_clitheroe1: All the best Callum, thanks for the success and performances during your time with our club.