Tottenham made a mistake by selling the forward in the winter.
Tottenham fans were shocked to learn that the club had sold Brennan Johnson to Crystal Palace midway through the season. The Welshman played a crucial role in helping the Lilywhites end their 17-year wait for a major trophy, scoring the only goal in the Europa League final against Manchester United in Bilbao. He etched his name into the club’s history books and quickly became a fan favourite at N17.
Johnson finished last season as Spurs’ top scorer across all competitions, netting 18 goals under Ange Postecoglou. He was in outstanding form, and many supporters expected him to maintain his scoring momentum after Thomas Frank took charge in the summer. To his credit, the Welshman made a bright start, scoring in his first two league matches under Frank with impressive goals against Burnley and Manchester City.
However, it often felt like the 24-year-old struggled to take the next step in his development, particularly in the final third. Thomas Frank deployed him primarily on the left wing, a role that did not suit his strengths. As a result, Johnson frequently found it difficult to influence games, often failing to beat defenders and drifting out of matches during key moments.
Ex-Tottenham hero Brennan Johnson involved in yet another transfer saga
Tottenham supporters were disappointed when the club decided to sell Brennan Johnson in January after he fell down the pecking order under Thomas Frank. The decision appeared even more questionable when the Lilywhites parted ways with the Danish manager just a month later. Johnson’s departure to Crystal Palace was less about his performances and more about his resale value, allowing the North Londoners to cash in.
According to Football Insider, Brennan Johnson could already be considering his future at Crystal Palace after struggling to make an impact at Selhurst Park. He has yet to find his rhythm under Oliver Glasner and has recently lost his place in the starting lineup. The Welshman is still waiting to score his first goal for the Eagles and may contemplate an early exit, especially with Glasner set to leave the club in the summer.
The same report suggests that Palace are interested in appointing Thomas Frank as Glasner’s replacement as they aim to secure their Premier League status and push for a top-half finish next season. Frank’s potential arrival could influence Johnson’s decision, given their strained working relationship during their time together at N17 earlier this season.
Tottenham could do well with Brennan Johnson back at N17
Tottenham should strongly consider re-signing Brennan Johnson if the opportunity arises. The Lilywhites may have made a mistake by selling him during the winter window, particularly amid the club’s ongoing injury problems. He was arguably one of the most clinical finishers in the squad, and that is exactly the kind of attacking quality Spurs currently need.
Johnson’s return to N17 would likely be welcomed by the fans. He remained a popular figure during his time at the club, and his departure came as a surprise, especially after finishing as Spurs’ top scorer last season. Bringing him back could help correct a decision that, in hindsight, may have been premature. Whether the North Londoners attempt to bring the 24-year-old back to Hotspur Way in the coming months remains to be seen.