Ivan Toney, who is being pursued by Arsenal and Chelsea, confesses his desire to join a ‘big club’ following the conclusion of his 8-month suspension.
Ivan Toney has intensified transfer rumors by expressing his desire to join a prominent club and vie for championships. Toney’s name has been associated with potential transfers to Chelsea and Arsenal.
On January 17, Toney’s ban was lifted, and he expressed his desire to compete for championships. He also mentioned feeling liberated after the conclusion of his suspension. Ivan Toney, the Brentford striker who has attracted interest from Arsenal and Chelsea, openly admitted his aspiration to play for a prominent club following the end of his ban.
Toney’s extensive eight-month suspension, resulting from 232 violations of the betting regulations, finally concluded on Wednesday, January 17. To celebrate his newfound freedom, the Brentford striker shared a gif on his social media platform.
In an interview with Sky Sports, Toney proceeded to stoke the flames of transfer rumors by confessing his aspirations to join a prominent club and compete for championships. The 27-year-old has been strongly associated with potential transfers to Chelsea and Arsenal, leading many to anticipate his move during the upcoming winter transfer window.
Toney expressed uncertainty regarding the possibility of a transfer occurring this month, stating that it is difficult to determine the ideal timing for a move. However, he made it clear that his desire is to play for a prestigious club like Arsenal or Chelsea, both of which have shown interest in him. He emphasized that every player aspires to compete for titles at a top-tier club, but whether the current January window presents the opportune moment for a club to make a substantial offer remains uncertain.
The Brentford striker, Ivan Toney, expressed his belief that in order to reach the pinnacle of his game, he must have the opportunity to play alongside and challenge some of the top players in the sport. Additionally, Toney conveyed his sense of liberation, feeling like a free man at present, and eagerly anticipates returning to the field.
Toney is set to make his comeback for Brentford in their upcoming Premier League match against Nottingham Forest on Saturday, January 20.
“To truly excel, one must have the privilege of competing alongside and against the very best,” stated the player, who is slated to make his comeback in front of the home supporters against Nottingham Forest this Saturday.
“I feel an immense sense of freedom. A tremendous burden has been lifted from my shoulders. I am eagerly looking forward to once again relishing the joy of playing football this Saturday. Today is a significant day, but Saturday holds even greater importance,” he expressed.
