It's been gathered that the English international could miss out from the World Cup of found guilty on allgations of wagers placed on games.
The Sun reports that the allegations happened when Toney was at one of his previous clubs, before he joined Brentford.
One source said: “Ivan is aware of the investigation. He is concerned but is adamant that he has done nothing wrong.
“The FA is duty-bound to act fully on allegations they receive. But it is obviously a highly sensitive matter for the FA as he is a potential candidate for the England World Cup squad.”
Although there are No charges have been brought by FA chiefs against the player.
There is no suggestion of any criminal activity by Toney — who also previously played for Newcastle United — or that he attempted to fix the outcome of any match.
However, under FA rules, all professional men and top women players face a worldwide ban on all football betting.
Last night Toney tweeted: “I have been assisting the Football Association with their enquiries and will not be making any comment until such investigation has reached its conclusion.
“I am a proud Englishman and it has always been my dream to play for my country at a World Cup.”
Ivan Toney is expected to be named in Gareth Southgate Three Lions squad for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar in fortnight.
If Toney is found to have breached FA rules his selection would be in conflict with the FA’s commitment to transparency over betting.
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