Ivan Toney has been linked with a move away from Brentford in recent months, Real Madrid have now joined the race to sign him.
Ivan Toney has been linked with Arsenal and Chelsea in recent weeks, and it remains to be seen whether Real Madrid can beat the two Premier League clubs in the transfer race. A report from TEAMtalk claims that Los Blancos are keeping tabs on his situation and could make a move for him in the near future.
The 27-year-old striker is currently suspended for breaching gambling regulations, and he will return to action midway through January. It is no secret that Real Madrid need to add more quality and depth to their attacking unit, especially after the departure of Karim Benzema.
Signing a proven goalscorer could prove to be a wise decision. But a move for Ivan Toney would be quite surprising. A club of their stature are expected to sign the best players in the world. And although the Englishman is quite impressive, he is certainly not one of the best strikers in the world right now.
Toney has been a key player for Brentford, and the Premier League side are likely to demand a premium for him. The striker has scored 68 goals in 124 appearances for the Bees since joining them. He will want to take the next step in his career and join a big club now. Arsenal and Chelsea will certainly be exciting destinations for him.
The opportunity to move to Real Madrid will be a fascinating option for the 27-year-old. But it remains to be seen whether the Spanish giants follow up on their interest with a concrete proposal to sign him. There is no doubt that Real Madrid have the finances and the pull to beat the likes of Arsenal and Chelsea.
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The Gunners need to bring in someone who can complement Gabriel Jesus in the attack and score goals consistently. The 27-year-old seems like the perfect option for them on paper. Meanwhile, Chelsea need to transform their attacking unit, and they need a reliable finisher up top. Toney would prove to be an upgrade on summer signing Nicolas Jackson and youngster Armando Broja.