Reports suggest that Arsenal may hold an advantage over Chelsea in pursuing Brentford striker Ivan Toney, who currently favors a move to the Emirates Stadium.
In the ongoing transfer saga, there are indications that Arsenal might be leading the race over Chelsea in securing the services of Brentford striker Ivan Toney, who reportedly leans towards a move to the Emirates Stadium. Toney, a standout performer for Brentford, seems destined for a switch to a bigger club. However, the intricacies of Arsenal finalizing the deal remain uncertain, with Chelsea yet to engage in substantive negotiations, as per insights from respected journalist Fabrizio Romano.
In a recent segment on his YouTube channel, Romano highlighted that Brentford is only open to considering substantial proposals for Toney in the current January transfer window. The club’s primary goal is to retain the striker at least until the conclusion of the season. However, discussions within Arsenal circles revolve around the feasibility of securing Toney’s services.
From a tactical perspective, Toney appears to be an ideal fit for Mikel Arteta’s squad. Concerns may be arising about the goal-scoring capabilities of Gabriel Jesus and Eddie Nketiah, prompting the need for a player of Toney’s caliber to bolster Arsenal’s pursuit of a long-awaited Premier League title. While Nketiah serves as a decent backup, there are doubts about his ability to shoulder a more significant role, especially if Jesus faces fitness issues. The Brazilian, despite his talent, may not be the prolific striker capable of netting 20-25 goals per season.
Romano also touched upon the interests of both Arsenal and Chelsea in Victor Osimhen. However, any potential move away from Napoli for Osimhen is more likely to materialize in the upcoming summer transfer window rather than during the current January market, according to the seasoned journalist.