Manchester United are reportedly eyeing a surprise summer move for Ivan Toney, who currently plays for Al-Ahli in Saudi Arabia. According to Fichajes, the Red Devils have already made initial contact with the striker’s representatives, expressing interest in signing the 29-year-old England international as a way to resolve their persistent goalscoring issues.
The club is said to have submitted an offer of around €35 million (£30 million) in a bid to bring in a reliable yet cost-effective option for manager Ruben Amorim. Toney only moved to Al-Ahli from Brentford last year, signing a deal that runs until June 2028, and he earns approximately £415,000 per week.
Manchester United remain committed to reinforcing their forward line this summer. After already sealing the arrival of Matheus Cunha from Wolves, they continue to push for the signing of Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo, who has reportedly approved the move. In parallel, they are exploring ways to offload several current first-team players such as Rasmus Hojlund and Alejandro Garnacho, to open up space and raise funds for incoming talent.
With their top striking target Viktor Gyokeres leaning towards a switch to Arsenal, United are now actively considering alternatives. Toney, who had a standout season in Saudi Arabia, scoring 30 goals in 44 appearances, is seen as one of the most attractive fallback options. His performances earned him the second spot in the league’s top scorer rankings, just behind Cristiano Ronaldo.
Toney’s prolific form has not gone unnoticed at the international level either, as he earned a recall to the England squad under Thomas Tuchel for the June international window. He made a substitute appearance in a 3-1 friendly defeat to Senegal, marking his return to the national team setup.
United’s interest in Toney signals a pragmatic approach as they weigh the balance between cost and proven quality. While his current salary in Saudi Arabia could pose a challenge in negotiations, the relatively low transfer fee makes the move financially viable. With Premier League experience from his time at Brentford and recent success abroad, Toney is being viewed as a reliable attacking option, especially if other big-name targets prove unattainable.
