Pundit warns ‘versatile’ Spurs target wouldn’t break into the starting XI
Paul Robinson is not sold on the idea of Tottenham signing Ben Johnson, with the former Spurs goalkeeper opining that the West Ham star would not be able to get into Ange Postecoglou’s starting eleven.
While Pedro Porro and Destiny Udogie have had exceptional seasons, there are question marks over whether Ben Davies and Emerson Royal are good fits for the inverted full-back role, which might be why we have seen various full-backs being mooted as targets for Spurs over recent weeks.
Johnson is said to be one of the names on Tottenham’s radar, with Football Transfers claiming last month that the North London club are keeping a close eye on the 24-year-old, whose current deal at the London Stadium runs out this summer.
The outlet claimed that the Hammers star?s ability to operate in both full-back areas appeals to Spurs and that the player has been highly recommended by club legend Ledley King.
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Would Ben Johnson be a good signing for Spurs"
However, Robinson has his doubts about the proposed transfer, suggesting that the English defender’s signing will not be a popular move among the Tottenham fans base.
When asked about Spurs’ pursuit of Johnson, the former Lilywhites number one told Tottenham News: “I think it?s an area that Tottenham will certainly look to address this summer in the full-back areas.Â
“I think the thing with Ben Johnson is he?s versatile, can play both right-back and left-bac...
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