Coming Live from Old Trafford. Manchester United new assistant coach van Nistelrooy has urged the United team to sign England international. Manchester United’s rebuild is set to continue and van Nistelrooy has urged United to sign to sign premier league star ivan Toney as van Nistelrooy sees him as the perfect striker United needs at the moment. He said ” signing zirkzee is good but not the best for United, no experience in the premier league he Ivan should have been United major target cause he has proven himself as one of premier league best”. England star informs club he wants to join Manchester United and Nistelrooy has urged United to make a move.
Manchester United is reportedly considering England striker Ivan Toney as a potential target in their ongoing efforts to strengthen the squad. Despite the recent acquisition of Joshua Zirkzee from Bologna, the club’s ownership, INEOS, remains focused on bolstering their attacking lineup under Erik ten Hag. According to Christian Falk of BILD, Toney’s agent has informed Brentford of his desire to move, sparking interest from Manchester United. Toney, who is representing England in Euro 2024, recently made a significant contribution in their 2-1 extra-time victory over Slovakia, assisting Harry Kane’s decisive goal.
Manchester United has already added Rasmus Hojlund, 21, last summer, along with the 23-year-old Joshua Zirkzee. Bringing in Toney could complete a powerful attacking trio for Ten Hag. Reports from The Athletic suggest Brentford values Toney at £60 million, though with just a year left on his contract, there is optimism that the transfer fee could be negotiated down to around £40 million.
Since Brentford’s promotion to the Premier League in 2021, Toney has emerged as one of the league’s top strikers, scoring 36 goals and providing 11 assists in 85 appearances. He finished third in the 2022-23 Golden Boot race, behind only Harry Kane and Erling Haaland. Former Manchester United striker Dion Dublin has endorsed Toney, noting that his experience and attributes align well with what Ten Hag seeks in a forward, making him a potentially valuable addition to the squad.
Toney’s reputation has been bolstered by standout performances, such as his two goals in Brentford’s 2-1 victory over Manchester City in November 2022. Standing at 6 feet 1 inch, Toney is known for his agility, aerial ability, and unpredictability, making him a formidable presence on the field. His proficiency in set-pieces was also on display during England’s quarterfinal shootout win over Switzerland at Euro 2024.
Rasmus Hojlund, in his debut season at Old Trafford, netted 16 goals in 43 appearances across all competitions, showcasing his potential despite a tough season for Manchester United. On the other hand, Joshua Zirkzee, known more for his versatility than his goal-scoring record, managed 14 goals in 58 appearances for Bologna. The addition of Toney could be a game-changer for Manchester United, offering both a reliable goal-scoring option and a physical edge crucial for competing at the highest levels. Fans are eagerly awaiting to see if the club can finalize this important transfer.
