Tottenham Open to Offloading Forward Brennan Johnson.
Tottenham Hotspur's Europa League final match-winner Brennan Johnson confronts an uncertain future at the club due to growing top-flight interest in the attacker.
It is understood that Tottenham, while not actively seeking to part with the Welsh international, are receptive to a potential departure if they get a acceptable offer.
Crystal Palace are reportedly the club furthest along in their interest for Johnson, but a number of sides are thought to be watching developments closely.
Last Campaign of Contrasts
Johnson was Spurs' top top-flight scorer the previous campaign with eleven goals, and secured his place in club history by scoring the decisive goal in their Europa League final victory over Manchester United in Bilbao, bringing to a close the club's seventeen-year wait for a trophy.
However, the departure of Ange Postecoglou and appointment of the new head coach has resulted in Johnson playing more of a bit-part role in the current campaign.
The 24-year-old, has made only six top-flight starts this term.
January Market Speculation Mounts
As a result, a host of clubs have been alerted to his possible departure before the winter transfer window.
Given his reduced minutes and the prospect of a global tournament approaching with Wales, a move away from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium may suit Johnson in January.
Johnson joined Spurs from Forest in a deal worth £47.5m in the 2023 summer window and has registered 27 goals for the club.
Summary
- Brennan Johnson's future at Tottenham is now uncertain.
- Tottenham is not actively marketing him but would entertain bids.
- Crystal Palace are at the front of the queue, with other Premier League clubs interested.
- A change of manager has limited his playing time this season.
- The upcoming transfer window and international commitments could drive a January exit.