According to journalist Dean Jones, Arsenal They have a genuine interest in signing Brentford striker Ivan Toney.
Arsenal have been in spectacular form in the first division since the beginning of 2024. They have won 6 games in a row in the top flight and have scored an impressive 25 goals in the process. Despite this, the Gunners are expected to prioritize signing a top striker in the summer and speak to Givemesport, jones have revealed that they are leading the race to sign Toney.
The respected journalist claimed that London heavyweights have a genuine interest in English and that it must be taken seriously. The club are hopeful his valuation can fall below £60m as he enters the final year of his Brentford contract.
He said: “Leaks from Arsenal about their interest in Toney have been fairly non-existent, but other sources on a potential deal say there is genuine interest from the Gunners which needs to be taken seriously. “At the moment our information suggests they are leading the race to sign him and we are hopeful his value could fall below £60m.”
Proven striker
Toney was sensational for Brentford in the English top flight last season with 20 goals. He was unable to complete the season due to an 8-month ban for non-compliance with betting, but he has returned with something to prove. Toney has scored 4 goals in 7 league games since his suspension and will aim for several more as the Bees look to avoid relegation.
Whatever happens, Brentford appear to be preparing for the departure of their talisman, having already An agreement was reached sign Club Brugge striker Igor Thiago this summer. With no renewal talks in sight, Toney will be sold in the next few years. transfer window, and Arsenal could use his contract status as a negotiating tool to sign him for a lower fee.
Toney has established himself as one of the Premier League's best forwards and his finishing abilities would make him Arsenal's number one option to lead the attack up front. Gabriel Jesus, who has wasted his lines and has been guilty of wasting several great opportunities in front of goal this campaign. Arsenal could sell Eddie Nketiah to recoup some of the fee spent.
