Eddie Howe 'aware' as £35m transfer completed ahead of Newcastle United v Crystal Palace
Crystal Palace completed the winger’s registration in time for him to make his debut against Newcastle United.
Crystal Palace will have their club-record signing available to face Newcastle United this afternoon.
On Friday, 24-year-old winger Brennan Johnson completed his £35million transfer from London rivals Tottenham Hotspur by putting pen to paper on a four-and-a-half-year contract.
Johnson joined Spurs for £47.5m from Nottingham Forest in 2023 and last season wrote his name into the club’s history books after scoring the winner in the Europa League final against Manchester United. It was a win that ended the North London outfit’s 17-year wait for silverware.
However, Johnson's minutes have been limited under new manager Thomas Frank this season, scoring four goals in 22 appearances.
Crystal Palace ‘delighted’ with Brennan Johnson signing
“I’m delighted that Brennan has joined us at Crystal Palace – an exciting young talent with an excellent recent record in domestic, continental and international football,” said chairman Steve Parish.
“We feel we are the perfect place for Brennan to continue his already impressive journey, and his arrival bolsters our attacking options in what is proving our busiest season to date, competing on numerous fronts including, for the first time, in Europe.”
Meanwhile, manager Oliver Glasner added: "I’m really delighted that Brennan has joined the club. He arrives very early in the window, so credit to the club for making this happen so quickly.
"Brennan will give us options in our attacking play with his pace and goalscoring ability and with all the upcoming games he will be a valuable addition to the squad."
Eddie Howe comments on Crystal Palace new signing ahead of Newcastle United clash
Johnson has already played twice at St James’ Park this season, having started both games for Spurs. The Magpies won their Carabao Cup tie 2-0 before being held to a 2-2 draw in the Premier League last month.
The Wales international was registered with the Premier League in time to feature against Newcastle.
Commenting on his inclusion, boss Eddie Howe said: “He's a very dynamic, athletic player. I think he will add, and his career suggests this, goals. He's a goal-scoring wide man which are very difficult to find and a definite transition threat. So, yes, we'll be aware of that one.”