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Transfer update emerges on Tottenham Hotspur’s pursuit of West Brom star

Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur still have West Bromwich Albion shot-stopper Sam Johnstone on their list of targets going into the summer, as per talkSPORT’s Alex Crook who spoke to Give Me Sport.

The 28-year-old has been the subject of considerable interest since the beginning of last summer, with Arsenal, Manchester United and West Ham thought to have been the early frontrunners to secure his signature.

At that point, ex-Albion boss Valerien Ismael was resigned to losing the England international and fellow star man Matheus Pereira. Although a move away for the latter did eventually materialise, Johnstone remained at The Hawthorns despite being the subject of a £6m bid from the Hammers.

And with the shot-stopper even staying with the Baggies beyond the end of last month, Antonio Conte’s men face a major tussle with other clubs to lure him to north London on a free transfer with his contract in the Midlands expiring at the end of the campaign.

Southampton and Newcastle are also thought to be interested in recruiting Johnstone, with West Ham still in the race despite deciding to devote more energy into pursuing Alphonse Areola in pre-season.

And it has now been revealed by Crook (via Give Me Sport) that Spurs have sustained their interest as they continue to monitor his situation.

At this stage, it’s currently unclear whether negotiations are ongoing regarding possible fresh terms at The Hawthorns, although these talks did stall last year with the second-tier side not guaranteed to secure their return to the top flight at the first time of asking.

Verdict:

It wouldn’t really make sense for the goalkeeper to sign a new contract at this time – because Albion are currently in danger of falling out of the top six

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