Brentford striker Ivan Toney has expressed his desire to join Manchester United, as reported recently.
The English player is expected to depart from the Bees this summer as his contract is set to expire in a year, and he has declined to sign an extension despite multiple offers.
It appears to be in the best interest of both the club and the player to facilitate his move this season, given his prime age of 28, rather than wait another year. However, Brentford will need to adjust their valuation of him as the market is currently subdued.
While Euro 24 has been ongoing, there hasn’t been much news on Toney’s next destination, but it is anticipated that his departure will gain momentum soon.
According to HITC, Toney has attracted interest from clubs like Arsenal, Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur, Newcastle United, and Manchester United, yet no official offers have been made.
Recent reports suggest that Manchester United is unlikely to pursue a deal for Toney at this time, unless significant player sales are made, after securing Joshua Zirkzee from Bologna.
It seems that these reports have prompted Toney to subtly indicate his willingness to join Manchester United.
According to sources from Football Insider, “Toney has expressed his desire to join Man United this summer to friends.”
The same sentiment was reportedly conveyed to his England teammates during international duty this summer.
Acquiring two strikers for the squad would greatly benefit Manchester United, especially considering the struggles the forwards faced in the previous season.
However, co-owners Ineos might prioritize strengthening other areas of the team, such as central midfield and full-back positions.
Football Insider suggests that Toney is now available for £60 million, a significant reduction from his previous £90 million valuation.
Toney’s desire to join Manchester United could facilitate a potential deal, as long as it aligns with the club’s financial commitments.
