Saudi Arabian club Al Ahli are poised to secure the services of Brentford striker Ivan Toney in a lucrative £40 million deal. The transfer fee, coupled with Toney’s substantial wages, makes him one of the most expensive signings in the history of the Saudi Pro League.
Toney has reportedly agreed to a four-year contract with Al Ahli and is scheduled to undergo a medical on Friday morning. The move comes amid speculation linking Al Ahli with both Toney and Napoli’s Victor Osimhen. However, the club has clarified that they will only sign one of the two prolific forwards.
BREAKING: Al Ahli have agreed a £40m deal with Brentford to sign Ivan Toney 🚨 pic.twitter.com/ZXF8ceTC6S
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The acquisition of Toney represents a significant boost for Al Ahli’s ambitions to challenge for domestic and continental titles. The 28-year-old England international has established himself as one of the Premier League’s most potent goal scorers, netting 31 goals in 41 appearances for Brentford last season.
Toney’s move to Al Ahli further highlights the growing appeal of the Saudi Pro League to top-class talent. The league has attracted a number of high-profile players in recent months, including Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema, and Neymar Jr.
