‘Open to the move’: Journalist claims ‘world-class’ player is now willing to join Chelsea

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Brentford striker Ivan Toney is open to a move to Chelsea.

That is according to journalist Ben Jacobs.

In his column for Si Phillips Talks Chelsea, Jacobs claimed that Ivan Toney is “open to the move” to Stamford Bridge and is keen to remain in the capital.

Toney’s desire to stay in London could give Chelsea the advantage over other teams but not Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur, who are also thought to be interested in the 27-year-old.

The Daily Mirror recently reported that the two north London clubs, as well as Chelsea, are all likely to be in the race for his signature in January.

Open to joining Chelsea

Are Chelsea in a great place right now? No, of course not, as Mauricio Pochettino’s side currently sit 14th in the Premier League and are not in Europe.

Nevertheless, Chelsea are still a big club, have a squad of quality players and can offer good money.

Therefore, it is not a shock to hear that Toney would be willing to join Brentford’s west London rivals. There is no guarantee that they will be the striker’s first choice, though.

With Arsenal and Tottenham also circling, Toney, who has been hailed as a “world-class striker” by former Bees defender Hermann Hreidarsson, may fancy a move to one of those clubs. A lot could depend on who is where come January.

Even amid their struggles, Chelsea have a chance, so you would not rule anything out. It could end up being some transfer battle for Toney’s signature in the new year.