Ben Johnson is reportedly set to snub transfer interest from Rangers to remain in the Premier League.

Reports this week claimed talks had been held between Ibrox chiefs and Johnson's representatives.

The full back, 24, is ready to leave West Ham in the summer as hie contract comes to an end.

Johnson is thought to have knocked back new deals under David Moyes with first-team football the priority for the player.

And after making more than 100 appearances for West Ham, Johnson was linked with a move to Ibrox on a free transfer.

Though, there were warnings over interest from English clubs in Johnson with Crystal Palace among the favourites for his signature while English Championship sides were keen on the defender.

Now, though, The Daily Record claim Johnson will 'almost certainly' join Palace and remain in the Premier League.

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Johnson is a natural right back but is capable of playing left back too and Rangers are likely to need cover for that position next season with Borna Barisic expected to leave at the end of his current contract. 

Johnson was part of the West Ham squad that lifted the UEFA Europa Conference League last season. 

While a move for Johnson may be scuppered by Premier League interest, Rangers captain James Tavernier wasted little time on speculation linking him with a move to Saudi to link up with Steven Gerrard at Al-Ettifaq.

He said: "It's obviously unbelievable that you have the backing from the manager but I think the speculation has been going on for about a year now. 

"It's football, there's always going to be speculation. To have the backing of my manager is really important, but I'm a Rangers player and I'm going to continue working hard for the team. 

"You've got to try and push yourself and it's always nice to have that speculation but again, it's only speculation. I'm contracted to Rangers and I'm fully committed to the job in hand."