Tottenham Hotspur could make two signings from the Championship after learning that Sam Johnstone wants to join them, according to reports.
After making a couple of signings in the January transfer window, it could be a busy summer for Spurs. With Champions League football a possibility, Antonio Conte will want to ensure he has appropriate squad depth.
A recent report has claimed Conte wants six signings to strengthen his ranks in the summer. On the agenda are deals for a goalkeeper, centre-back, right wing-back, two midfielders and a forward.
To tick off the first of those items, Tottenham Hotspur have been targeting Sam Johnstone. The England international will be out of contract with West Bromwich Albion in the summer.
Having previously impressed when they were in the Premier League, he could be ready for a step back up to the top-flight on a free transfer.
According to Football Insider, Tottenham look likely to be able to give him that chance. In fact, he has supposedly told his close contacts that he wants to join the north London club.
Despite conceding that he will likely serve as a backup to Hugo Lloris at first, Johnstone is confident of claiming a more regular berth in the long-term.
He will hope to make a better attempt of it than Pierluigi Gollini has during his loan spell from Atalanta, which is unlikely to become a permanent switch. Therefore, there is a space for Johnstone to fill.
At the age of 29, it is an ideal time for Johnstone to step back up into the Premier League. And it seems Tottenham is his preferred destination, despite other links with the likes of Manchester United and Everton.
His arrival would increase Tottenham’s homegrown quota, which is important. The same would be the case for another Championship talent they have their eyes on.
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