In line with Teamtalk, Manchester United may very well be ready to incorporate Christian Eriksen as a makeweight to signal Brentford striker Ivan Toney this summer season.
Man United are prone to signal a brand new centre-forward with Anthony Martial anticipated to depart when his contract expires on June 30. They’ve been linked with loads of names and Toney has emerged as the highest goal.
Citing a report from Spain, Teamtalk declare that United have made a shock £60 million bid for the providers of Toney, nevertheless it will not be sufficient to prise him away from the Bees this summer season.
It’s additional talked about that Eriksen, who beforehand had short-term stint at Brentford, may very well be included as a part of the deal with a purpose to persuade Thomas Frank’s facet to half methods with Toney.
Doable deal
Rasmus Hojlund has been United’s fundamental man up entrance this season. The 20-year-old has fared decently with 15 objectives. Nevertheless, United want extra objectives in the event that they need to compete for the highest 4 and problem for the Premier League title in future.
United wouldn’t need to put strain on the younger striker and should favor an skilled ace to accompany him. Toney could be a super acquisition, contemplating his helpful expertise of taking part in for Brentford within the English top-flight.
Toney netted a powerful 20 objectives within the league final season earlier than his 8-month betting ban. The 28-year-old restarted his profession with 4 objectives from 5 video games, however he has not scored for the Bees in his subsequent 11 league appearances.
Regardless of this, he continues to be extremely regarded. A full pre-season in coaching might assist Toney recapture his scoring type. We gained’t be stunned if United are ready to spend huge and provide Eriksen as a part of the settlement.
Eriksen has fallen out-of-favour beneath supervisor Erik ten Hag this marketing campaign. The midfielder may very well be tempted to make a return to Brentford the place he had an excellent spell in 2022 with 5 purpose contributions in 11 appearances.
