Ivan Toney Fires Back at Critics in Cryptic Social Media Post
The Brentford star’s decision to join Al Ahli in Saudi Arabia has sparked controversy, with some fans accusing him of prioritizing money over his career. But Ivan Toney appears to have hit back at his critics with a thought-provoking social media post.
The 28-year-old England striker posted a video of NFL legend Deion Sanders giving a speech on his Instagram story. In the clip, Sanders tells his audience not to care about others’ opinions of them. He says, "Your opinion of me is not the opinion I have of myself. You ain’t made me, so you can’t break me."
The message seems to be directed at Toney’s critics, who have been quick to condemn his decision to leave the Premier League. Toney’s move to Al Ahli has raised eyebrows, with many believing he’s sacrificed his chance to play for a top European club for a life of luxury in Saudi Arabia.
But Toney’s post suggests he’s not bothered about what others think. And who can blame him? He’s landed a £40 million deal, which will see him earn £403,000 a week including bonuses. That’s more than 13 times his previous salary at Brentford.
As reported by The Mirror, Toney’s new contract is the equivalent of earning £800,000 before tax in the UK. It’s a significant step up from his £36,000 a week salary at Brentford. So, who can blame him for prioritizing his financial future?
Toney’s decision may have drawn criticism, but it’s a business decision that’s likely to benefit him in the long run. And as Sanders so eloquently put it, "Do not give a darn what opinions people have of you. You be you."
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