Chelsea is reportedly in talks with the representatives of Ivan Toney, the Brentford striker, despite his eight-month ban. Chelsea’s sporting director, Paul Winstanley, is said to be working on a plan and reaching an agreement with other directors for a potential move in January.
Toney’s camp has been in contact with Winstanley since May, and the English striker would be open to a move if Chelsea decides to sign him in the winter transfer window.
Chelsea’s new manager, Mauricio Pochettino, is prioritizing strengthening the team’s frontline options after a disappointing season.
While Chelsea has already made some attacking signings, there is still a need for an elite center-forward to provide goals.
Toney’s name has resurfaced as a potential marquee signing, and Winstanley is pushing for Chelsea to consider him.
Despite Toney’s ban, he is considered an elite Premier League striker, having scored 20 goals in 33 games last season.
Signing Toney in January could be a strategic move for Chelsea to navigate the inflated striker market.
Unlike other potential targets, Toney’s cost would be lower due to his contract situation with Brentford.
With his goal-scoring ability and physical presence, Toney could be a perfect fit for Chelsea’s attack.
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