Brentford’s Technical Director, Lee Dykes, has acknowledged the imminent departure of Ivan Toney from the club, indicating that the striker might leave “very soon.” Dykes advised potential suitors eyeing a January move to be ready to meet a substantial transfer fee.
Ivan Toney, who scored 20 goals in the previous Premier League season, is poised for a competitive return next month after an eight-month absence due to a gambling ban that sidelined him since May. Despite his impending comeback, rumors about Toney’s future have heightened, with interest from both Arsenal and Chelsea, valuing the striker at around £80 million.
As Toney becomes available for first-team action on January 16 and enters the final 18 months of his contract, Brentford seems inclined to potentially sell their prized asset in the coming summer, if not earlier. Lee Dykes expressed optimism about Toney’s return, citing the player’s impressive form in training and anticipating an even better performance upon his return.
Anticipating significant interest in Toney during the January transfer window, Dykes acknowledged the striker’s status as one of the Premier League’s top performers. With Toney ranking as the league’s third-highest scorer last season, Dykes affirmed the player’s position among the elite strikers globally and foreseen a high level of interest in acquiring his services.
Dykes acknowledged the potential for Toney to move to another club soon but stressed that any interested party would have to meet a considerable transfer fee due to Toney’s outstanding talent. Brentford, known for nurturing talent and securing profitable transfers, has previously witnessed Said Benrahma and Ollie Watkins leaving for substantial fees.
Additionally, goalkeeper David Raya is anticipated to complete a permanent move to Arsenal at the end of the ongoing season.
