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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Not explosive but has enough burst to get across defenders in the box. (conf 0.65)
Powerful rather than fast, adequate straight-line pace for a target nine. (conf 0.6)
Good balance and turning ability for a physically imposing striker. (conf 0.6)
Works hard across 90 minutes leading the line and dropping into link play. (conf 0.6)
Control
Reliable touch under pressure with back to goal, holds and lays off cleanly. (conf 0.7)
Functional close control rather than a beater of players in space. (conf 0.6)
Excellent at using his frame to hold off defenders and bring others into play. (conf 0.75)
Strikes the ball cleanly with power from range and set pieces. (conf 0.7)
Distribution
Smart lay-offs and combination play as a link-up forward. (conf 0.65)
Occasional switches but not a primary distributor from centre-forward. (conf 0.5)
Rarely crosses given his central striker role. (conf 0.45)
Sees late runners well when playing with his back to goal. (conf 0.6)
Chance threat
Prolific in the Championship and proven in the Premier League with both feet and head. (conf 0.8)
Picks smart moments to shoot early or take a touch, rarely wasteful. (conf 0.7)
Clever movement to create half-yards in the box against set defences. (conf 0.7)
Confident and accurate penalty taker with a strong record from the spot. (conf 0.75)
Duels
Strong in the air for both attacking headers and holding aerial duels up top. (conf 0.75)
Wins physical battles with defenders thanks to core strength and positioning. (conf 0.7)
Defense
Presses with purpose from the front though not a relentless chaser. (conf 0.6)
Limited defensive output beyond leading the initial press. (conf 0.5)
Minimal defensive positioning responsibility as an out-and-out striker. (conf 0.45)
Mental
Calm finisher who rarely panics in the box or from the penalty spot. (conf 0.7)
Generally makes the right choice between shooting, laying off, or holding up play. (conf 0.65)
Puts in consistent defensive and pressing effort for a target forward. (conf 0.6)
Resilience
History includes an eight-month FA gambling ban and periodic fitness issues. (conf 0.55)
Outlook
Now past 30 and moved to the Saudi Pro League, trajectory is on the downside. (conf 0.55)
Well known in England from Brentford's rise and a big-money Al-Ahli move. (conf 0.6)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Ivan Toney is a powerfully built English centre-forward known for his hold-up play, aerial presence, and clinical penalty-taking, who made his name driving Brentford's rise into the Premier League before a high-profile move to Al-Ahli in the Saudi Pro League. He combines physical strength in shielding the ball with a genuine goalscoring instinct, finishing well with both feet and his head. His England caps and reputation as one of the league's most complete number nines were built on consistent output in the Championship and Premier League. Now in Saudi Arabia, he remains a focal point for his new side's attack.
Rose through the ranks at Northampton Town and Newcastle before establishing himself at Peterborough United.
Was the Championship's top scorer for Brentford as they won promotion to the Premier League via the 2021 play-off final.
Served an eight-month FA suspension for breaching betting regulations before returning to Premier League football.
Earned senior England caps and was named in England's Euro 2024 squad.
Moved from Brentford to Saudi Pro League side Al-Ahli in a big-money transfer.