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The Gunners have been linked with Bretford striker Ivan Toney for the last couple of months as they seek to get a solution to their problems upfront
Brentford boss Thomas Frank has underlined the club’s desire to retain Ivan Toney, insisting the player "wants to come back and be at his best" amid interest from Arsenal.
The forward has been sidelined for months due to a gambling ban but is closing in on a return in the New Year.
Arsenal have pushed to the front of the queue and a January move for Toney has been touted, especially with Mikel Arteta lacking a prolific striker. Frank though has spoken glowingly about Toney's attitude in training and insists they have received no offers.
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11:00 - 29.12.2023
FOOTBALL Burglars steal jewellery worth one million pounds from Manchester City star Jack Grealish’s house
The house was raided right as Jack Grealish was taking part in Man City’s 3-1 win over Everton on Tuesday.
"To get Ivan back will be like signing an unbelievable Premier League striker that is proven at this level,” Frank told the media before the match.
“He is training very well and we are looking forward to getting him back. I see the same determination and will power to want to train well and be ready to play. He wants to come back and be at his best.
"I would really like to keep him. I want my best players and from my perspective I don't want to sell him.
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06:37 - 30.12.2023
Arsenal add Victor Boniface to striker wish list that includes Napoli icon Osimhen
Premeir League contenders Arsenal are looking to add more firepower next year and have set sights on Super Eagles duo Victor Osimhen and Victor Boniface.
“He is fantastic and an important player for us. He is a Brentford player. We have had no bids, I want to keep him and he is looking forward to returning."
Without the England international, Brentford have struggled, winning just five of their 18 league games. Bryan Mbuemo is currently their leading scorer, but he has only notched on seven occasions.
The Bees have been prepared to part with their top players, but only for fees that suit them. Arsenal recently negotiated with their fellow Londoners as they signed David Raya, initially on loan, in the summer with a permanent move set to take place when the season ends.
Brentford are poised to demand top dollar for Toney and Arsenal are working with a limited transfer budget having spent around £200m in the summer.
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22:46 - 29.12.2023
They will not make top four – Arsenal legend Thierry Henry predicts team that will miss out on UCL next season
Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has made a bold top-four prediction, naming the team that will miss out.
As a result alternatives have been sought in the form of Bournemouth marksman Dominic Solanke, who has enjoyed a purple patch this season.
Solanke is among the leading scorers in the Premier League and has already impressed Arsenal scouts with his all-round performances, according to The Star.
It is understood that the Cherries would demand a sum in excess of £50m to sell their forward.
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FOOTBALL Former Chelsea star challenges Nigeria to finally live up to the ‘favourites’ tag at AFCON 2023
Nigeria have massively underwhelmed since winning the trophy in 2013, incluing failing to qualify for back-to-back tournaments in 2015 and 2017.
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