Tottenham Hotspur have gained major momentum in their pursuit of Brentford ace Ivan Toney, Manchester United and two other clubs have dropped their interest, while a tempting value has also been set, according to reports.
Toney was in fine form during the 2022-23 season, scoring 20 goals in 33 Premier League games and establishing himself as one of England’s most productive finishers. However, the centre-forward had a frustrating end to the campaign as he ended up serving an eight-month ban for breaching the FA’s betting rules.
Toney returned to action midway through the final campaign and got off to a fast start, scoring four times in his first five Premier League appearances.
Then, the objectives ran out for the Brentford talisman in the final months of the season, but he was still part of Gareth Southgate’s England squad for Euro 2024.
Toney then set up Harry Kane for England’s extra-time winning goal against Slovakia in the round of 16, while scoring a no-look penalty in the shootout victory over Switzerland in the quarter-finals.
It ended in heartbreak for Toney and England as they beat Spain 2-1 in the final.
The 28-year-old striker is now expected to take a short break before joining Brentford for pre-season training, but was once a hot topic in the move window.
Tottenham, Man Utd, Arsenal, Chelsea and West Ham United have all been linked with moves for Toney. And on Wednesday, Fabrizio Romano showed that Man Utd had had internal discussions about a conceivable move for Toney.
According to an update from The Sun, Tottenham are now in a wonderful position for Toney, with Man Utd, Arsenal and Chelsea prioritising other summer deals.
Tottenham are not on the hunt for transfers, as West Ham are still close behind as a possible target. However, Ange Postecoglou’s side will be confident they can get the best out of West Ham if a bidding war breaks out between the two. two London clubs.
At the most sensible time of Toney’s form, Brentford have set his valuation at between £80m and £100m. But Tottenham will be delighted to hear that Brentford are now in a position to talk about a deal worth £50m or less.
The Bees appreciate that Toney’s price has plummeted due to his ban and that the player has now entered the final year of his contract.
Due to those factors, Spurs could end up doing a deal worth £40-50m, which would be a great price for a striker of Toney’s ability. The former Newcastle United player has elite composure in front of goal, he is a risk on set pieces and also knows how to link play with those around him.
It’s worth noting that Toney, who has scored 169 career goals in 418 games, isn’t the only lethal striker Spurs are eyeing as Postecoglou strives for a No. 9. Today (Friday) he reported that Spurs are in ‘Daily Contact’. with Jonathan David’s camp and are contemplating making an offer for the Lille star of £25m.
Toney or David could upgrade Richarlison to the Spurs team. It was revealed on Thursday that two rival clubs would compete for Richarlison’s signature.