Crystal Palace Secure Johnson in £33.5m Deal from Tottenham

Brennan Johnson, the 24-year-old Tottenham striker, is joining Crystal Palace for a club-record £33.5 million. This move comes after Johnson struggled to secure a regular starting spot under new manager Thomas Frank, making only six Premier League starts this season.

Johnson's impressive performances last season, including scoring the winning goal in the Europa League final against Manchester United, had earned him a reputation as a top scorer. However, the arrival of Mohammed Kudus pushed him down the pecking order, prompting him to explore other options.

Crystal Palace, currently 10th in the Premier League, sees Johnson as a valuable addition to their attacking lineup. Manager Oliver Glasner praised Johnson's pace and goalscoring ability, stating, "Brennan will give us options in our attacking play with his pace and goalscoring ability".

Johnson's decision to join Palace over other interested clubs like Bournemouth, Sunderland, and Everton is reportedly influenced by the opportunity to work with Glasner and play in European competitions. The winger is expected to make his debut against Newcastle United on Sunday.