Chelsea transfer news: Brennan Johnson is the latest name to be linked with a move to Chelsea in the summer transfer window

Chelsea look set to miss out on the signing of Nottingham Forest star Brennan Johnson this summer.

Tottenham are ready to make their move to sign the 22-year-old before the transfer window closes as Ange Postecoglou looks to bolster his attack following Harry Kane’s exit. The Blues are hoping to sign a versatile forward capable of playing across the attack after securing the signing of goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic from MLS side New England Revolution.

Johnson impressed last term and is now attracting interest from top Premier League clubs – with talks having already have been held with the Blues. Forest are looking to recoup a fee in the region of £50million for their star player.

With that said, football.london takes a look at the latest on Chelsea’s move for Johnson and whether he will make a move to Stamford Bridge this summer.

Tottenham bid ready

Tottenham are set to beat Chelsea to the signing of Nottingham Forest star Brennan Johnson before the summer transfer window closes.

Spurs are expected to submit a £50million bid to sign Johnson this week, according to The Telegraph. Tottenham could offer cash plus players, with centre-half Davinson Sanchez and winger Bryan Gil likely to be two players who could be part of any deal.

Andrey Santos impact

Andrey Santos has joined Nottingham Forest on loan for the 2023/24 campaign. The young Brazilian could have an impact on Forest’s decision whether to sell Brennan Johnson or not this summer given that they play in similar positions.

Steve Cooper’s experience in helping talented youngsters develop into top players could help Santos improve drastically this season before returning to Stamford Bridge next year.

Tottenham preference

Tottenham are preparing to launch their bid for Nottingham Forest forward Brennan Johnson, according to Mail Sport.

The Wales international is valued around £50million by Forest who have already rejected offers over £35million from Brentford this window.

Chelsea and West Ham have also been considering bids for the 22-year old flyer but his preference should he go is understood to be Tottenham.

Nottingham Forest price tag

Nottingham Forest would seek £50million for Brennan Johnson this summer, with Chelsea interested in the attacker, sources have told football.london. The forward has been subject of bids from Brentford, per recent reports, but the East Midlands outfit have been holding out for a larger fee.

Chelsea interest

football.london understands that Brennan Johnson is very much liked by Chelsea as an option to join the club over the summer window. The Blues have opened initial talks with Nottingham Forest over signing the winger, following on from their collapsed deal for Crystal Palace’s Michael Olise.