The Celtic player is currently creating headlines down south and Sunderland have had a mention with his services
Celtic winger Mikey Johnston has been linked to Sunderland as a possible summer transfer destination.
Despite his inability to consistently contribute to the Hoops, the academy product has made 92 appearances for the Premiership team he began his career with. He moved on loan in January to West Brom in the English Championship, as minutes under appeared to be restricted.
He will remain at the Hawthorns until the end of the season but already Baggies fans are desperate to see him stick around. He has dazzled with six goals in nine games, and it has now resulted in speculation in what comes next.
Analyst Carlton Palmer believes that Celtic might demand up to £3 million for Johnston, and that Sunderland would be the perfect place to send him. Norwich City has also been mentioned in passing. “Mikey Johnston has continued his flying time at West Brom since he joined on loan in the January transfer window,” the former England and West Brom midfielder told Football League World. “He scored his sixth goal for West Bromwich Albion in their latest win against Huddersfield Town.”
“He’s had a fantastic time since joining from Celtic on loan. Yes, a lot of clubs will be taking note of the way that he’s playing, so you will be looking at clubs who will be looking at players moving on, Jack Clarke will be moving on, [Jon] Rowe will be moving on, and people will be looking at Mikey Johnston as a possible replacement.
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