There’s a growing feeling Chelsea could now sign £80m England international before Friday
There is now a growing feeling that Chelsea could sign England international Ivan Toney from Brentford before Friday’s transfer deadline.
That is according to the Independent.
So, what is the latest on Ivan Toney and Chelsea? Let’s take a look…
Well, the Brentford No.17 did not seem likely to move this summer as he finds himself banned until January after breaching betting rules.
However, that has not put Chelsea off.
The Independent believe there is a chance of the Blues signing Toney before Friday’s transfer deadline, although Brentford want £80m for their talisman.
Before his ban, the 27-year-old was certainly playing like an £80m striker.
Toney scored 20 goals in 33 Premier League appearances last season, with only Harry Kane and Erling Haaland netting more in England’s top-flight.
Mauricio Pochettino has already admitted that he wants Chelsea to sign a new forward before the transfer window slams shut.
While the Argentine would not be able to use Toney until January due to his ban, there is no doubt that the Northampton-born frontman would be a superb signing when available.