Arsenal are currently seen as the frontrunners to secure the signing of Ivan Toney following initial communication.
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As the Premier League season heads into its final stretch, with only 13 matches remaining, the teams battling against relegation are not only focused on avoiding the drop but also on the future of their standout players.
At the bottom of the table, Sheffield United and Burnley find themselves in precarious positions, seemingly destined for relegation. However, Luton Town is fighting fiercely to maintain their top-flight status, while Everton and Nottingham Forest are nervously looking over their shoulders. Crystal Palace and Brentford, though not yet safe, are also in the mix.
As we enter this critical phase of the season, attention turns to potential transfer targets for bigger clubs eyeing reinforcements in the upcoming summer window.
Brentford, while not expected to drop into the Championship, face uncertainty and the imminent departure of their star player. Ivan Toney, whose valuation soared to £100 million during the January transfer window, is nearing the end of his contract with the Bees. Arsenal is the frontrunner to secure his signature, although rumors suggest their interest may have waned slightly.
Crystal Palace boasts a trio of enticing talents whose futures are subject to speculation. Marc Guehi and Michael Olise are attracting attention from top clubs, with the possibility of a departure looming, especially if Palace fails to secure their Premier League status. Nottingham Forest, despite the likelihood of remaining in the top flight, must tread cautiously. Morgan Gibbs-White and Murillo are attracting interest, potentially leaving the club vulnerable to bids.
Everton’s lingering ten-point deduction continues to cast a shadow, with Jarrad Branthwaite and Amadou Onana likely to depart regardless of the team’s fate. Jordan Pickford’s future is also uncertain, especially if Everton faces relegation. Luton Town, despite their surprising performances, may struggle to retain talents like Ross Barkley and Gabriel Osho, whose contracts are up for negotiation.
Burnley’s Josh Brownhill is expected to attract Premier League suitors in the summer, while Sheffield United, despite their impending relegation, have secured promising talents on long-term contracts, providing hope for the future.