Brennan Johnson thrives in new Tottenham role after Thomas Frank rebrand
Brennan Johnson is under added pressure at Tottenham this season after the stream of arrivals.
Johnson enjoyed two encouraging campaigns under Ange Postecoglou, demonstrating his threat in front of goal at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
However, Spurs have since signed Mohammed Kudus as well as several other forwards, meaning he simply has to perform.
Although it is early days into the Premier League, the Wales international is already impressing under his new boss, Thomas Frank.
This article includes exclusive comments from Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham.
Brennan Johnson praised for Tottenham impact under Thomas Frank
Kudus may have been seen as a Johnson upgrade, but Frank has been able to accommodate both within his side.
While naturally a right-winger, Johnson has started on the left for Spurs in all three of their Premier League games.
- Johnson has 43 goal contributions in 88 Tottenham appearances
- He scored five goals in his debut Spurs season
- Last term, he bagged 18 goals in all competitions
Now, Lilywhite Rose owner John Wenham – speaking exclusively to Tottenham News – has weighed in on his performances.
“Credit to him, he’s playing off the left, Mohammed Kudus has cut in and taken his natural position on the right,” Wenham said.
“He’s been rebranded to the left and two games in, scored two goals. Gary Neville said it, and Johnson is doing what he does. He scores goals, has a great knack for it.
“I mean, that finish against Man City was fantastic, first time powered in like that, coming off his unnatural side. So fair play for him, having fully carried on.”
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Can Brennan Johnson keep place in Thomas Frank’s side?
While it will not be easy, if the 24-year-old carries on his fine form, then he could be undroppable.
Of course, with Xavi Simons and Randal Kolo Muani now in North London, Frank can mix up his attacking line when needed.
However, neither of them are natural wingers, so Johnson should be able to maintain his place for the foreseeable future.
With Tottenham fighting on all fronts, Frank will surely rotate his side depending on the competition.
However, for now, the Welshman must be one of the first names on the Dane’s teamsheet.
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