Ivan Toney has left Brentford and signed for Saudi Professional League aspect Al Ahli for a charge believed to be within the area of £35m.
The striker had been seeking to go away the Bees this switch window having entered the final 12 months of his contract and he has now accomplished a transfer to the Center East.
The likes of Chelsea and Manchester United eyed a deal for Toney heading into the ultimate week of the window, however they have been unable to match Brentford’s valuation.
Toney’s swap to Al Ahli was confirmed late on Friday evening, shortly after the passing of the English switch deadline.
Brentford head coach Thomas Frank stated: “It has been a pleasure to work with Ivan over the past 4 years.
“He has averaged multiple purpose each two video games, which is an unbelievable quantity.
“On the pitch, he has been a improbable goalscorer, link-up participant and chief. He has pushed the staff, the squad and himself.
“It is a fantastic journey that we have now been on collectively. Ivan helped the membership and the staff, and the membership and the staff have helped Ivan.
“I am blissful he has a possibility to strive one thing new in his life and profession. We thank him for therefore many magic moments and need him all the most effective for his subsequent chapter. Ivan leaves as a Brentford legend.”
