Now, Spurs can get one over the Bees in the transfer market, as they look to sign a coveted forward to lead their line in the future.
Tottenham got off to a steady start in the Premier League against Brentford (Image credit: Julian Finney/Getty Images)
The Daily Mailhave reported that Brennan Johnson is a target for Ange Postecoglou, with the Welsh international wanted by a host of Premier League clubs.
Brentford have apparently had a record £40 million bid rejected – but Tottenham have a plan up their sleeve, as they look to bolster their attack in the coming weeks.
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Spurs reportedly are willing to offer Joe Rodon and Djed Spence to the Garibaldi, both of whom are surplus to requirements in north London. Both players were seen as bit-parts under Antonio Conte and went on loan to Ligue 1 last season.
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Spence, in particular, may be of interest to Forest. The young full-back was a cornerstone of the side who were promoted via the play-offs last May while on loan from Middlesbrough, later swapping the City Ground for a big move to the capital.
Brennan Johnson is wanted by Premier League sides (Image credit: Ritchie Sumpter/Nottingham Forest FC via Getty Images)
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