Ivan Toney Linked with Saudi Pro League Move
The transfer saga surrounding Brentford’s star striker Ivan Toney has taken a new twist, with a major Saudi Pro League club in talks to sign the 28-year-old. Toney has been hot property this summer, with numerous Premier League clubs showing interest in his signature. However, it seems that the top English clubs have been priced out of a move, paving the way for a surprising destination.
According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Al Ahli, a Saudi Pro League side, has been eyeing Toney and is preparing a bid. This news comes as no shock, given the league’s recent history of enticing Premier League talent. Aston Villa sold French winger Moussa Diaby to Al-Ittihad, another Saudi Pro League club, earlier this summer for a reported fee of €60.00m.
Toney’s contract with Brentford expires soon, and while the Bees are keen to keep their record goalscorer, Romano suggests that the striker has not yet committed to a move. In fact, he is considering his options, weighing up the pros and cons of a switch to the Saudi Pro League. If he does make the move, Toney will join a star-studded trio at Al Ahli, with Roberto Firmino and Riyad Mahrez already on board.
The loss of Toney would be a significant blow to Brentford, whose fans will be hoping Frank can persuade his star player to stick around. Frank himself has publically expressed his desire to keep Toney at the club, despite being a selling club at heart.
Will Toney seize the opportunity to join the Saudi Pro League elite, or will he opt for a move to a Premier League club down the line? Only time will tell. Follow us on all social media platforms for more updates on this developing story!