When Ivan Toney took the offer of Saudi Arabian cash flow in 2024, he left Brentford and the world’s toughest league with 36 goals in 85 Premier League games. Toney was heavily linked with Manchester United, but the club chose not to go for the striker who was “too little aggressive in pressing”. The Red Devils had Hojlund and ended with the signing of Joshua Zirkzee. This season has shown Brentford have a flair for strikers, surpassing the giant United.
Because where Højlund and Zirkzee together account for 6 Premier League goals, Thomas Frank and Brentford have replaced Ivan Toney without losing momentum. Yoanne Wissa has been part of Brentford since 2021, but with Ivan Toney leaving a huge crater to fill, the Congolese striker has done just that. Against Arsenal on Saturday, the 28-year-old was again behind a goal, which secured Brentford a strong point at the Emirates.
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These were, hold on tight United supporters, the striker’s 15 Premier League goals.
Thomas Frank puts it all in perspective, where he indirectly sends a jab to both Manchester United and Arsenal.
“It’s a huge privilege. How many No.9s have scored 15 Premier League goals this season for a team that – with all due respect – is not among the best in the league?” chuckles the Brentford manager to Sky Sports.
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