How six Manchester United returnees fared as Sam Johnstone linked with summer transfer

Sam Johnstone could be in line for a return to Manchester United in the summer, with reports suggesting the Reds are eyeing up their former goalkeeper.

Johnstone looks to be on his way out at West Brom, with his contract at the Hawthorns expiring at the end of the season and no signs of him signing a new deal. The Baggies have fallen firmly out of contention for the Championship play-offs, leaving the 29-year-old looking for another route back into the Premier League.

The England international has impressed with his performances for Albion, and has been linked with plenty of sides ahead of the summer, with Tottenham and Southampton also said to be in the running. United though are reportedly keen on bringing him back to Old Trafford, with second choice stopper Dean Henderson pushing for a move away.

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Johnstone never made a competitive appearance during his time at United, having joined the club’s academy as a youngster before eventually leaving during Jose Mourinho’s spell in charge. Of course, he wouldn’t be the first player to make a return to Old Trafford – in fact, two more examples are in the current squad.

The most recent returnee, and certainly the most high-profile. Having gone on to add four more Ballon d’Ors to the one he won during his first spell at United, not to mention countless other trophies, Ronaldo made his return to Old Trafford last summer in one of the biggest coups of the last few years.

Unfortunately for the Portuguese ace, he hasn’t been able to improve United’s fortunes. While he has continued his impressive goal-scoring form with 18 goals in 34 appearances, the Reds have