Tottenham are ready to battle West Ham United for the services of Brentford star striker Ivan Toney.
Signing a new number nine remains a top priority for Tottenham Hotspur this summer. While they have been linked with multiple top stars, Ivan Toney is quite high on their wishlist.
According to a report from GIVEMESPORT, the North London club will have to square up against rivals West Ham United for the services of the Brentford striker.
Toney had an exceptional 2022/23 season which put him on the radar of multiple top clubs. He was expected to be on the move last summer but a ban for illegal betting disrupted the plans. He returned to action at the start of the year and with his contract at the Bees running out in 12 months, he has his heart set on a move to a bigger club.
Since multiple top clubs were keen on signing him, Brentford were hoping for a bidding war in an attempt to raise £60 million to £80 million from his sale. But, with Manchester United, Arsenal and Chelsea taking a backseat, the price now has come down to £50 million. The Bees want to ensure they cash in on him this summer having already secured a replacement in Igor Thiago.
Tottenham and West Ham are the only two clubs who remain in the race for his services. The Hammers are in desperate need to reinforce their attack with both their strikers on the wrong side of 30. They want someone who can take over from 34-year-old Michail Antonio.
As far as Spurs are concerned, they need a star striker who can lead their attack after deciding against signing one last summer post the departure of Harry Kane.
Tottenham are willing to battle the Hammers as they believe Toney’s arrival will give Ange Postecoglou the freedom to use Son Heung-Min out wide on the left flank where he is at his best.