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Report: PL club will have to slash star forward’s price if they want to entice Chelsea and Arsenal

Brentford might decrease Ivan Toney asking price to entice Chelsea and Arsenal

As per the Mirror, Brentford may need to reconsider their valuation of star striker Ivan Toney in the upcoming summer transfer window to attract interest from clubs like Chelsea and Arsenal.

Toney, 27, recently returned to action after serving a suspension for breaching betting regulations. Despite his absence, Toney has made an immediate impact, scoring four Premier League goals in nine appearances since his return.

The Bees’ head coach has acknowledged that Toney is likely to depart the club in the summer, with an expected price tag of around £100 million. However, this valuation could deter potential suitors, prompting Brentford to reconsider and potentially lower their asking price to facilitate a transfer.

It appears that Chelsea are likely to step back from the race for Toney, as their focus is now on recruiting younger players, including a striker for the upcoming season. This shift in emphasis leaves Arsenal as the primary contender for Toney’s signature in the next transfer window. The Gunners have been compelled to seek a centre-forward following an injury to Gabriel Jesus.

In contrast, Chelsea’s ongoing struggle with goal-scoring proficiency suggests they may need to pursue a proven Premier League player to address their scoring woes. Ivan Toney possesses the attributes to potentially remedy Chelsea’s lack of potency in front of the net.

Ivan Toney has four goals in the league this season. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

Bringing in a young striker might not align with Chelsea’s current needs, especially considering they already have Nicolas Jackson in their ranks. Instead, opting for a seasoned striker could provide healthy competition for the starting spot and offer valuable experience to complement Jackson’s abilities. This approach may better address Chelsea’s requirements for a prolific goal-scorer and enhance the team’s overall performance.

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Signing Toney for the upcoming season could indeed be a promising move for Chelsea, especially given the potential opportunity to negotiate a reduced price with Brentford. Toney’s proven prowess in front of goal, coupled with his recent return to form and goal-scoring form, suggests that he could quickly integrate and make a significant impact alongside his new teammates.

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