Brennan Johnson’s future at Tottenham Hotspur has taken an unexpected turn, as interest from another Premier League club has started to grow ahead of the January transfer window.
The winger, who arrived from Nottingham Forest in a £47.5 million deal, was once seen as a long-term part of Tottenham’s rebuild. But just a few months into the season, his situation has changed enough for a potential move to become a real possibility, even though one key factor still stands between him and a fresh start elsewhere.
Johnson returned to North London after the summer break as a hero, having scored the decisive goal that clinched the Europa League title for Spurs. That moment instantly placed him in club folklore and earned him admiration from supporters who will never forget the night he delivered silverware.
His performances early in the season suggested he would remain an important part of the first-team, even as new signings arrived to strengthen the squad. Spurs brought in Mohammed Kudus, who many expected would take Johnson’s spot, but the Welsh forward managed to keep his place by shifting over to the left side of the attack.
However, football moves quickly, and Johnson’s current role under Thomas Frank has changed dramatically. The Tottenham head coach, who has shown he is not afraid to make bold decisions, now seems to prefer
Wilson Odobert in the wide attacking role. This shift has left Johnson fighting for minutes, and despite his pace, work rate, and willingness to press, he has found himself spending more time on the bench than he would like.
That situation has not gone unnoticed. Crystal Palace, who will be without Ismaïla Sarr due to injury and his AFCON commitments, are reportedly interested in bringing Johnson to Selhurst Park in January.
Their need for attacking reinforcements is clear, and Johnson’s profile fits what they often search for direct, fast, and dangerous in transition. According to The Telegraph, Palace are prepared to make a move if Spurs give the green light.
For Tottenham, the decision is more complicated. Selling Johnson only makes sense if the club feel they are ready for another shake-up in wide areas.
They are weighing up whether it is the right time to refresh the squad, and whether letting the winger leave would benefit their long-term plans.
Tottenham know they have players returning from injury soon, including Dejan Kulusevski, who remains a key part of their attacking setup. There is also the possibility of signing another left-sided forward, which could push Johnson even further down the pecking order if he stays.
Supporters will always hold affection for him because of that heroic night in Bilbao, but sentiment alone is not enough to keep him at a club where competition for places is fierce.
Johnson has shown flashes of quality throughout his time at Spurs and does have a respectable goal record, but one of the main questions around him is his impact across ninety minutes.
Too often, matches pass him by, and in a Tottenham team built on sharp transitions, creative movement, and high standards, he has struggled to consistently influence games.
From the club’s perspective, this might be the moment to consider a permanent sale if the right offer arrives. A fresh start could allow Johnson to rebuild the rhythm and confidence that made him such a big signing in the first place.
For Palace, he could become a key starter rather than a rotational option. And for Spurs, moving him on could open space for a new signing or allow greater opportunities for younger players who are pushing for minutes.
The next few weeks will reveal whether Tottenham are ready to part ways with the £47.5 million forward. For now, interest is real, the January window is fast approaching, and Johnson’s future in North London remains uncertain.
If a deal happens, it could be the best outcome for everyone involved Spurs, Palace, and Johnson himself, who may simply need a new environment to rediscover his spark.
