Brennan Johnson transfer news: Nottingham Forest contract, transfer interest, player's 'can't wait' admission

Brennan Johnson has been one of the standout stars for Nottingham Forest this season and is drawing plenty of interest.

The 20-year-old has been in sparkling form for the Reds, terrifying defences with his pace, chipping in with goals and creating chances for his teammates.

That comes on the back of a fine spell on loan at Lincoln City last term which saw Johnson play a key role in the Imps reaching the League One play-off final.

And, inevitably, his performances have attracted admiring glances from elsewhere.

He was the subject of plenty of interest last summer and back in January too - with Brentford trying to sign him - and has been one of Cooper's stand-out troops ahead of the summer transfer window.

Promotion to the Premier League for the Reds may well change the situation rather dramatically after it looked likely that Johnson would depart had Forest stayed in the second tier.

In short? Most Premier League clubs.

In addition to Brentford, there was no shortage of clubs circling last summer, including Burnley, Leeds United, Leicester City and Barnsley.

Everton, Newcastle United, Crystal Palace, Southampton and Brighton and Hove Albion are since said to have added their names to the list.

Despite all the clubs being thrown around, it is Thomas Frank's Brentford who have been most strongly linked with the attacker.

Reports have suggested they have, on multiple occasions, had bids for the Wales international knocked back by the Reds who are keen to keep hold of him.

It’s been in the spotlight, given Johnson has 18 months left to run on his current deal, which expires in the summer of 2023.

By the start of next season, he would be entering into his final year under contract with the Reds.

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