Tottenham Hotspur have shown interest in signing Al-Ahli striker Ivan Toney, but according to him they will face competition from Chelsea. Tuttojuve.
Tottenham manager Thomas Frank is currently dealing with several injury setbacks, most notably the absence of one of his leading strikers, Dominic Solanke, who underwent ankle surgery.
Randal Kolo Muani recently rejoined the squad after his spell on the sidelines, with the club’s hierarchy reportedly considering adding another striker, with Toney emerging as a possible target.
The 29-year-old first achieved major recognition during his time at Brentford, where he scored 72 goals under Frank’s guidance, placing him second on the club’s top scorer list behind David McCulloch, who netted 87 times.
His fruitful spell in West London eventually earned him a move to Al-Ahli in the Saudi Pro League in the summer of 2024.
Since joining Al-Malaki, the England international has maintained his excellent form and shown remarkable development over the past fourteen months. Toney has started the 2025/2026 season in sparkling fashion, scoring nine goals and providing two assists in 12 games in all competitions.
According to TuttojuveTottenham are looking for a new, productive centre-forward with significant top-flight experience to strengthen their attack, and Toney has been identified as a possible option.
While the 6-foot-1 goalscorer has expressed his happiness at staying at King Abdullah Sports City, the report adds that Spurs have now expressed interest in signing him as he fits the centre-forward profile they want to sign.
Thomas Frank watches Toney’s reunion
However, they face competition from London rivals Chelsea, who are trading cautiously on a deal for the former Brentford man due to his £52million valuation, the report said.
While concerns about the competitiveness of the Saudi Pro League have persisted for years, Al Hilal’s impressive performance at the FIFA Club World Cup in June – where they avoided defeat to three European teams, drew with Real Madrid and RB Leipzig and eliminated Manchester City – highlights that both the league and its players can perform at the highest level.
Toney has also shown he hasn’t lost his scoring boots. He scored 39 goals in 56 appearances for Al-Ahli and helped Matthias Jaissle’s side reach the AFC Champions League last season.
Having enjoyed the most productive period of his career under Thomas Frank, the opportunity to reunite with his former manager – along with the chance to secure an immediate starting role – could put Tottenham ahead of Chelsea in the race for his signature.
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