CHICAGO (Oct. 28, 2014) – The Chicago Fire announced Tuesday that goalkeeper Sean Johnson will train with English Premier League side Hull City A.F.C. from Oct. 30 through Nov. 9.
“This is a good chance for Sean to continue to train in a Premiership environment during the offseason,” said Chicago Fire head coach Frank Yallop. “He’s had similar training experiences in the past as a result of the relationships that we have abroad, and it’s a good opportunity for him to stay sharp as we turn our sights to the 2015 season.”
Recently named the Fire’s MVP and Defensive Player of the Year for the 2014 season, Johnson was one of only three players to appear in a team-leading 33 matches this year. In his fifth season with the Men in Red, the 25-year-old Lilburn, Ga. native made 96 saves en route to six shutouts.
“Going to Hull City will be a fantastic training opportunity,” said Johnson. “Going over every year has proven great for me. As a player, to get better every single day, to develop, to play at that level, to see how it’s done day-in, day-out is great for myself. I think to get over there and showcase what you have can only do yourself good. Going right over there at the end of the season is going to be great for me as I’m not missing a beat.”
A U.S. international, Johnson has been capped four times and was most recently called in by U.S. Men’s National Team head coach Jurgen Klinsmann for the U.S. vs. Honduras match on Oct. 14.
