The Gunners have made a strong start to the season and appear to be capable of challenging for the Premier League title once again. However, questions have been raised about whether they truly addressed their transfer needs over the summer.
The arrivals of Declan Rice, Jurrien Timber and Kai Havertz have added depth to the Arsenal squad, though their lack of a marquee striker to lead the line for the club is a significant issue that Arteta is having to contend with still. Many expected a forward to arrive before this season began, but other departments were prioritised instead.
Arteta has settled on Toney as his top target to upgrade on Gabriel Jesus, though there are plenty of factors at play with the England international. Express Sport takes a look at what we know so far about Toney’s potential move to Arsenal…
Ivan Toney has fuelled speculation about his future (Image: Getty)
Significant transfer fee
Toney has proven himself at the very top level since Brentford were promoted, and his 20 goals and four assists in 33 league appearances last season evidenced that. As such, the Bees are not willing to let the 27-year-old leave on the cheap, despite coping with him efficiently so far. According to Sky Sports, Brentford will only allow Toney to leave the club in January for £100million, otherwise, they are content with parting ways with him in the summer when there will be less urgency around the move.
Chelsea stance
Arsenal aren’t the only club to have been linked with Toney as Chelsea are also desperate to sign a striker. The ex-Newcastle star is said to be among their considerations, along with Napoli’s Victor Osimhen and Club Brugge star Antonio Nusa. However, The Athletic report that Toney is not as high on the Chelsea shortlist as many anticipated and other options are actually preferred, leaving Arsenal with a clearer path to securing his signature.
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