Brentford manager Thomas Frank has quashed any speculation about Ivan Toney leaving the club in January, dismissing Arsenal's interest in the talented striker.
In a recent statement, Brentford's manager, Thomas Frank, has emphatically ruled out any possibility of Ivan Toney leaving the club in the January transfer window. Toney, who had been identified as a prime target by Mikel Arteta's Arsenal, has been a standout performer for Brentford.
The Gunners, who secured a second-place finish in the Premier League last season, have struggled to replicate their success in the current campaign. With just one victory, one draw, and three losses, including two defeats in London derbies in December, Arsenal finds themselves in fourth place, prompting speculation about the need for reinforcements in their attacking lineup.
Ivan Toney, the prolific striker for Brentford and England, has emerged as a potential solution for Arsenal's goal-scoring woes. Despite Toney facing an eight-month ban and a £50,000 fine for violating the Football Association's betting rules, Thomas Frank expresses a strong desire to retain the player until the end of the season. Toney's suspension extends until January 16, 2024, but Brentford's manager remains adamant about keeping him.
Thomas Frank stated, “Yes, he’s staying. He is a Brentford player. I can’t see why we would sell him, and I would love to have him for a longer time. It needs to be an unbelievable price. So he will stay here.”
Recent reports suggest that Arsenal would need to raise a substantial £100 million to pursue the signing of Ivan Toney, who has accounted for nearly 33% of Brentford's goals this season. To fund this potential transfer, Arsenal is reportedly considering selling some of their players, with Toney expressing a strong affinity for the club. The situation poses an interesting challenge for Arsenal as they aim to bolster their squad and address their current goal-scoring struggles.
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