Johnson is in contention to go straight into the team for Shrewsbury

Northampton Town's loan signing John Johnson hopes to help the struggling Cobblers return to winning ways.

The 21-year-old is on loan from Middlesbrough for a month. He played four games for Tranmere during a spell at Prenton Park last season.

Johnson told BBC Radio Northampton: "Naturally players always want to win games. I want to perform and give 100% for the team.

"It's a different style of football here, and I'm looking forward to it."

Johnson has found it difficult to break into the first-team at Middlesbrough. Gareth Southgate's side lie third in the Championship.

"It's frustrating for a young player, playing a lot of reserve football. We've got a winning team so [the manager] is not changing too many things.

"But my focus is down here, hope I can play some games and get some wins on the board," Johnson added.

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