The transfer market continues to heat up with news that Newcastle United are ready to join the fray for the services of Ivan Toney, the talented 27-year-old striker who has made a name for himself in the Premier League. According to a report from Football Transfers, Newcastle have thrown their hat into the ring alongside Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur in this exciting competition for the attacker.
Since his arrival at Brentford in the summer of 2020, Ivan Toney has been a recurring name in English football conversations. With 68 goals in 124 games and 21 assists, Toney has proven to be a force in England’s top flight. In the Premier League he contributed 41 goals in 68 games.
However, the England international had his best moment last season when he scored 20 goals in the league. However, things have since taken an unexpected turn with Toney being found guilty of 232 gambling offenses under FA rules. This resulted in an eight-month prison sentence and although he will return to training with Brentford on September 17th, his ban does not end until January 17th.
Despite his current situation, England’s top clubs remain interested in Toney. Newcastle United are the latest to join the race for his signing. Coach Eddie Howe wants to add more power to his attack and find a striker who can score more than 20 goals a season.
In addition, the situation of 31-year-old Callum Wilson, whose contract expires next summer, makes the search for a replacement for the Magpies urgent. Although Newcastle have the financial wherewithal to reach an agreement with Brentford, they are not alone in this battle.
Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur have also shown interest in Ivan Toney. Spurs, who recently parted ways with their record goalscorer Harry Kane, are looking for a star striker to fill the void left by the Englishman.
Manchester United, for their part, despite signing Rasmus Hojlund this summer, are still looking for a more physical number nine to compete for a starting spot. Ivan Toney seems to be the answer to your needs.
Competition to sign Ivan Toney is likely to be fierce and football fans will be watching closely to see where this talented striker ends up in the upcoming transfer window.
