The winger for Nottingham Forest had made an impression at the City Ground in his first season in the English premier league, tallying eight goals and providing three assists. His efforts did not go unnoticed, as Brentford’s first £35 million offer for the adaptable attacker was turned down.
The Bees came back with a better offer, but it wasn’t even enough to persuade Forest to part with their treasured asset. But it seemed to be the next logical step for the Wales international as he refined his skills—a mid-table Premier League team.
That’s why so many looked surprised by the transfer to Spurs, a team looking to make a run at the Champions League. Johnson was unrefined and erratic. After Harry Kane’s death, Ange Postecoglou was required as
as near to a guarantee as is practical.Johnson, though, has shown himself to be a valuable asset for Tottenham this season.With five goal involvements in his previous five Spurs games, the 22-year-old has helped Postecoglou’s team put themselves back in the running for a top four finish.With a game remaining, Tottenham is only two points out of fourth place after defeating Aston Villa 4-0 at Villa Park.
Johnson now has four goals and six assists in the Premier League despite playing just 1,202 minutes for his new team. He added a second goal for Spurs early in the second half against Unai Emery’s squad as the visitors hammered the hosts.
Spurs’ four straight victories have reignited their ambitions for the Champions League. It could have been a coincidence if Johnson participated in one of the four victories. He did not score or provide an assist in the 2-2 draw against Everton and the 2-1 defeat to Wolves.
He has scored once against Brentford, once against Brighton in the 96th minute, and twice against Crystal Palace after substituting in and scoring the crucial second goal against Villa.Not only is the former England youth international making a contribution, but he’s also being involved in crucial, game-changing situations.
