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# Former Oxford United reunites with ex-chairman at National League club

- **Source:** 
- **Club:** Oxford United
- **Original URL:** https://www.oxfordmail.co.uk/sport/26613417.ex-oxford-united-star-marvin-johnson-signs-solihull-moors/?ref=rss

The 35-year-old started his career with the National League club in 2009, and will remain there until January 9.

He joins former Bolton Wanderers player Elias Kachunga, who has also signed a short-term deal.

Solihull are owned by former Oxford chairman Darryl Eales, allowing Johnson to reunite with the owner after their time together in OX4.

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Johnson left Port Vale in the summer when his contract expired and previously joined the club on a short-term deal last October.

He has also played for Motherwell, Middlesbrough, Sheffield United and Sheffield Wednesday, winning promotion to the Championship in 2023.

Johnson played for Oxford during the 2016/17 season after joining for a reported club record fee.

He made 55 appearances, scoring seven goals and providing 11 assists there.