West Brom could seal ‘big coup’ with Johnstone extension after confirmed news – Robinson
Paul Robinson has claimed “it would be a big coup” if West Brom tie Sam Johnstone down to a new deal.
Speaking exclusively to Football Insider, the former Spurs and England number one said the significant improvement under Valerien Ismael has likely persuaded the 28-year-old into staying.
Johnstone was widely expected to depart the Hawthorns this summer.
West Ham failed with a £10million bid for the shot-stopper before signing Alphonse Areola instead.
Football Insider revealed on August 13th that the England international is set to stay with West Brom this season.
As quoted by the Express & Star, Ismael revealed the club have held talks with Johnstone’s representatives over a new deal.
His current contract expires in June 2022.
When asked by Football Insider‘s Dylan Childs for his assessment of the latest, Robinson said: “It would be a big coup if they were able to keep him.
“Their team is arguably the strongest in the Championship.
“They’ve started the season really well and I think it’s had a big impact on Sam Johnstone. I think he is seeing what the new manager is doing and is thinking, ‘We are going back to the Premier League here.’
“It might not be a bad thing for him having one season in the Championship.
“It would be great for West Brom if they can tie him down. I think it would also be good for Johnstone because he could be part of a Championship-winning side.”
Johnstone was named in Gareth Southgate’s England squad for the upcoming international break.
He’s made four appearances for the Baggies this season and kept two clean sheets.
In other news, Campbell in awe of West Brom player who has ‘transformed’ under Valerien Ismael.