Brennan Johnson has endeared himself to the Tottenham Hotspur faithful for his reaction to Son Heung-Min’s goal against Arsenal.
Johnson could be seen following Son to the corner flag, leaving Arsenal fans at the Emirates silent.
It’s one thing to make your official debut in such a derby, it’s another thing to upset opposing fans.
It was a huge show of faith for Ange Postecolgou to replace Johnson with Manor Solomon, and he justified his decision.
The Wales international immediately demonstrated the fierce determination of this Angevin side and had the creativity to match. Of course, Spurs fans will now be hoping that Johnson’s injury that forced him out of the game was minor.
Johnson gives Tottenham versatility in attack and will pose a real threat to the opposition goal.
Postecoglou’s decision not to replace Harry Kane with a star striker seems to be a very smart move.
Instead, the new manager will look to boost collective efforts to make up for lost goals.
Johnson silenced Arsenal fans after Tottenham’s goal
Putting Son Heung-Min front and center seems like an inspired decision.
Son was not at his best last season and there are many question marks surrounding the 31-year-old.
However, Spurs new captain now looks energised and motivated to be the key man once again.
The only disappointment right now will be that Spurs don’t have an EFL cup tie tonight.
The competition represented a great opportunity for Postecoglou’s side to seek silverware in the manager’s first season.
Moreover, the Carabao cup would have been a great chance for the likes of Johnson to get more minutes and potentially grab a first Tottenham goal.
Nonetheless, Ange’s focus will now be solely on Liverpool’s arrival in North London this weekend.
