Latest news on the Ivan Toney transfer rumours involving Manchester United, West Ham United, and Tottenham
At 7:10 PM UK time on May 7, 2024
Football Transfers reports that West Ham United and Tottenham have emerged as the summer transfer frontrunners to acquire Ivan Toney, a striker currently playing for Brentford.
Because Ineos is worried about the England international’s compatibility with Manchester United, the publication said on Monday (6 May) that United have started to investigate other possibilities.
This means that two Premier League rivals, Spurs and the Hammers, are interested in signing the striker. They are prepared to give the Bees a transfer price of about £50 million and are ready to “battle” for his signature.
No matter what happens with Michail Antonio’s future at the London Stadium, West Ham will be eager to improve their defence in anticipation of his possible exit this summer.
Despite interest from Tottenham, will West Ham United sign Ivan Toney, a striker for Brentford?
West Ham have been in need of a new starting nine for quite some time. The Hammers had high hopes for Gianluca Scamacca, but the Italian had a poor showing in England, so they’ve had to rely on Jarrod Bowen’s goals to keep them in the game this season.
Although the Englishman has maintained a high level of consistency this season, he does not possess the qualities of a true number nine. He can run deputies in that capacity, but he lacks the leadership skills necessary to launch a whole squad into European territory.
Spurs player Jarrod Bowen
West Ham United have relied heavily on Jarrod Bowen for goals this year.
Toney has shown over and again in his little time playing in the Premier League that he can be that guy. Although spending £50 million for a one player is extravagant, the England international ensures that goals will be scored.
It has still to be determined whether Ange Postecoglou’s work at Spurs will be more appealing than the project at the London Stadium. When the transfer window opens, a lot will depend on the Irons’ manager.
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