Crystal Palace fans think that summer transfer target Sam Johnstone has dropped a major hint on his Instagram page that he could be very close to securing a move to Selhurst Park.
The 29-year-old shot-stopper is available on a free transfer after being named as one of West Bromwich Albion’s released players following the expiry of his contract. The Eagles have seemingly been quick to act, with reports suggesting he has been discussing a potential five-year deal with Palace in a view to becoming their first signing of the summer window.
Johnstone made 167 appearances for the Baggies since his £6.5million arrival from Manchester United in 2018, winning the club’s players’ player of the year award in 2021 and earning his first call-ups to the senior England side thanks to his performances for the club. Palace’s London rivals Tottenham, and West Ham were both said to be interested in his signature, with the latter reportedly tabling a £10million bid for him last summer, though it now seems SE25 could be his next destination.
