Clint Dempsey hopes Andy Johnson pens a new deal with Fulham.

Question marks have been raised over Johnson's long-term future after manager Martin Jol revealed he shunned the club's initial offer.

Dempsey is a big fan of Johnson's ability and hopes the striker stays with the London outfit.

"That's not for me to make that decision," Dempsey told the Fulham Chronicle. "But AJ's a goal scorer and he's good to have around, and hopefully that will be the case for some time to come.

"He also likes to have a laugh and I respect him for the fact he's had some tough injuries and fought back from them."