According to recent reports, Ivan Toney, a 28-year-old striker, is keen on joining Manchester United. The team is in need of a prominent striker to bolster their attack, and Toney seems to fit the bill. It is said that Toney is prepared to accept a staggering £250,000 per week deal to move to Old Trafford.
Currently earning a modest £36,000 a week at Brentford, Toney’s willingness to sign such a lucrative contract with Manchester United is not surprising. The Sun suggests that if he secures the aforementioned deal, he will earn more than Man United captain Bruno Fernandes.
Toney’s contract with Brentford is set to expire in the summer of 2025. It is worth noting that Manchester United has a reputation for overpaying their players, and they already have a substantial payroll. This may explain Toney’s desire to sign a big contract in order to join the club.
The Sun also claims that both Arsenal and Chelsea withdrew their interest in Toney after learning of Brentford’s £100 million asking price. Although Manchester United acquired striker Rasmus Højbjerg from Atalanta for an initial £64 million before the current season, the 21-year-old has struggled to find the back of the net in recent games.
As a result, it remains uncertain if the Red Devils will pursue a move for Toney. With Brentford potentially having limited time to cash in on Toney before he becomes a free agent in June 2025, Manchester United is expected to make changes in the summer transfer window.
The club is determined to strengthen several positions after a disappointing season and aims to return to the top of English football under new co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s leadership.
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