Arsenal’s Main Transfer Target’s Mind is in Turmoil as £100m Transfer Comes Under Scrutiny
The Gunners have long been linked with Toney, but a move in the summer looks more likely due to Brentford’s reported £100 million valuation of the striker and Arsenal’s caution regarding FFP regulations. Neil Ruddock has accused Toney of contradicting himself in the media regarding his pledges to his current club, expressing his uncertainty about Toney’s intentions.
During Toney’s enforced lay-off, he openly expressed his admiration for the Gunners, increasing speculation about his future. Bees boss Thomas Frank consistently supported Toney, who had earned an England cap before his betting scandal. Ruddock believes that Toney may be getting conflicting advice from various sources, leading to his confusion about his next move.
Toney has been an instrumental player for Brentford, scoring 69 times in 125 club appearances and helping the team secure promotion to the top flight in the 2020/21 season. Despite slipping back in the title race, Brentford lies third and is five points off the leaders, Liverpool.
