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Fabrizio Romano says that Tottenham Hotspur are pleased with their decision to sign Brennan Johnson as the 22-year-old has been impressive in training so far.
Tottenham chose not to replace their record goalscorer, Harry Kane, with an out-and-out number nine in the summer, signing the versatile Johnson instead on transfer deadline day.
That decision did not sit well with some Spurs fans but the Lilywhites have not had any issues finding the back of the net so far this season, having scored 17 times in their first seven league games of the season.
Son Heung-min has thrived since moving into a central role, having scored six goals in the four games he has played in that position while Richarlison has also come to the party over the last couple of weeks, with a goal and two assists in his last three outings.
LONDON, ENGLAND – AUGUST 06: Harry Kane (L) of Tottenham Hotspur celebrates with team mates after scoring the team first goal of the game from the penalty spo during the pre-season friendly match between Tottenham Hotspur and Shakhtar Donetsk at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on August 06, 2023 in England. (Photo by Charlie Crowhurst/Getty Images).
Tottenham are pleased with Brennan Johnson so far
Romano has explained that Ange Postecoglou and the Tottenham hierarchy could not find the type of striker they wanted this summer, which is why they decided to go a different route and sign Johnson.
The journalist said on The Debrief: “I think what they need this summer is a very clear strategy, they were not in panic when deciding to sell Harry Kane to Bayern Munich.
“It was a complicated decision and Daniel Levy tried in every way to keep him, but it was impossible. What they decided to do together with the manager, and that’s the important point, together with the manager, they went for a different strategy.
“If there was no proper number nine on the market, their best idea was to go for a different kind of player, which they did by signing Brennan Johnson.
“I can tell you, they are very happy with the squad they have, very happy with the impact of Brennan Johnson, he had a small injury, but in general he has been doing very well in training sessions, and they’re sure they signed an important player for the present and future.”
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It is a huge positive that we are playing so well even though we are yet to see the best of Johnson in a Spurs shirt. When the Welshman settles at the club and starts performing, it will be another big boost to Postecoglou as he offers a different kind of threat with his pace and directness.
