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Wales international Brennan Johnson
Brennan Johnson has been capped forty-two times with the Welsh national team since making his debut two years ago.

Tottenham Hotspur's European final match-winner Brennan Johnson is facing an unclear situation in North London due to increasing top-flight attention in his services.

It is understood that the club, while not actively looking to part with the Wales international, are considering letting Johnson leave in the event of a suitable offer.

Crystal Palace are reportedly the team most advanced in their pursuit for Johnson, but a number of sides are said to be keeping tabs on his status with interest.

A Season of Contrasts

Johnson was Tottenham's leading top-flight goalscorer the previous campaign with eleven goals, and wrote his name in club history by netting the decisive goal in their Europa League final triumph against United in Bilbao, bringing to a close the club's seventeen-year wait for a major honor.

However, the exit of Ange Postecoglou and arrival of Thomas Frank has resulted in Johnson playing more of a bit-part role in the current campaign.

The Welsh forward, has made only six Premier League starts under Frank.

Transfer Window Interest Mounts

As a result, a number of clubs have been made aware of his likely exit before the winter transfer window.

Due to his reduced minutes and the looming possibility of a World Cup approaching with Wales, a move away from Tottenham could benefit Johnson in January.

Johnson joined Tottenham from Forest in a deal valued at £47.5m in the 2023 summer window and has notched 27 goals for the club.

Summary

  • Brennan Johnson's position at Spurs is currently in doubt.
  • The club is not actively marketing him but would consider offers.
  • Crystal Palace are leading the chase, with other Premier League clubs interested.
  • The arrival of manager has reduced his first-team opportunities this season.
  • The upcoming transfer window and Wales's commitments could drive a January exit.
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