Sources: Man United make Ivan Toney decision ahead of January

Manchester United are monitoring Al-Ahli striker Ivan Toney as a January attacking option, with sources saying he ticks boxes as a proven Premier League goalscorer.

Manchester United have identified Al-Ahli striker Ivan Toney as one of several options on their shortlist for attacking reinforcements in January, sources have told Football Insider. The Red Devils are "monitoring" the England international and weighing whether he could be the right fit this winter, particularly with Benjamin Sesko currently injured.

Toney, 30, has impressed in the Saudi Pro League with 12 goals in nine games this season and 41 in all competitions last term. He spent two successful campaigns at Brentford in the Premier League, scoring 32 league goals and earning admirers among elite clubs, though he managed only four goals in an injury-hit 2023-24 season.

However, United face a challenge in convincing Toney to return to England. The striker has previously stated he is happy in Saudi Arabia and has not been keen on an immediate move home. He has also continued to receive England recognition under Thomas Tuchel, recently being included in the squad for the World Cup. It is now up to United to change his stance and persuade him that the time is right to come back.