Ivan Toney may not return to the Premier League in the winter transfer window amid his links with Everton, Tottenham Hotspur, and West Ham United.
According to a report by TEAMtalk, Everton, Tottenham Hotspur, and West Ham United are interested in Ivan Toney. The three Premier League clubs are eager to reinforce their offensive units by signing a striker in the winter transfer window. However, a January deal may not materialise, as he must sacrifice his £400,000-a-week wages and avoid tax implications.
How has Ivan Toney fared in the Saudi Pro League so far?
Ivan Toney has been exceptional since joining Al-Ahli from Brentford in a deal worth £40 million last year. The 29-year-old surprised many with his decision to move to the Saudi Pro League, having been among the finest strikers in the Premier League for several years. Nevertheless, the Englishman hit the ground running at Al-Ahli and immediately became a pivotal figure for the Middle Eastern outfit.
The English international has been hot off the blocks in the 2025/26 season, amassing 12 goals and two assists in 18 appearances in all competitions. Meanwhile, Toney’s progress has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several well-known clubs. Everton, West Ham United, and Tottenham Hotspur are among the prospective suitors vying for his signature heading into the winter transfer window.
Premier League return on the horizon?
Everton may dip into the market for a striker in the winter transfer window, as Beto has not been consistent enough in the final third. With David Moyes eager to guide the Merseyside club to securing European qualification, they must sign a striker in the coming weeks. So, Toney has emerged as a target for Everton.
Meanwhile, West Ham United’s interest in Ivan Toney makes sense. The Hammers have been yearning for a striker who can be consistent in the final third for a long time. With Niclas Fullkrug struggling to make his mark since arriving from Borussia Dortmund last year and seeking a winter exit, the East London club must sign a replacement. So, Toney is an option worth considering for West Ham.
As for Tottenham, Dominic Solanke has struggled to make his mark since completing a big-money move from Bournemouth. Meanwhile, Richarlison faces an uncertain future at the North London club. So, Toney is a viable target for Tottenham, with the Lilywhites seeking a January move for the Englishman. However, a deal may not materialise in the winter transfer window.
While widespread reports have suggested that Toney is happy at Al-Ahli, he may also snub a return to the Premier League, as he must sacrifice his £400,000-a-week wages and avoid tax implications. So, while the 29-year-old English international needs to impress Thomas Tuchel to book a spot in England’s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a deal may not materialise.