According to a latest report from Standard Sport, Manchester United has reportedly initiated talks with Brentford regarding a late transfer move for Ivan Toney, as the forward seeks a new challenge before the summer transfer window closes.
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It is well known that Toney has expressed his desire to leave Brentford, which has put his club in a difficult position as they may need to settle for a fee well below their initial £50 million valuation to avoid losing the player for free next summer.
Despite United’s interest, Toney’s preference is reportedly believed to be a move to Chelsea before the transfer deadline on Friday.
Chelsea is reportedly weighing up an offer, with manager Enzo Maresca looking to strengthen the squad’s attacking options amidst their busy summer of signings.
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However, the Stamford Bridge club also faces competition from Saudi Arabian side Al-Ahli, who have already had a bid for Toney turned down by Brentford.
While Chelsea appears to be Toney’s favored destination, the report from Standard Sport indicates that Manchester United has also entered the fray with preliminary talks. However, these discussions are still in the early stages, and United has yet to make an official bid.
Brentford, on the other hand, is hopeful that United’s interest could ignite a bidding war between the two Premier League giants, potentially driving the price closer to the £40 million mark, the report states.
The 28-year-old striker has been absent from Brentford’s squad for their first two Premier League fixtures of the season, which has fueled speculation about his future.
Brentford manager Thomas Frank has reportedly opted to leave Toney out of the team, leading to concerns within the club about the potential challenges of reintegrating him into the squad should a move not materialize.
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