United Weigh January Move for In-Form Toney as Sesko Injury Bites

Manchester United are reportedly considering a move for Ivan Toney as they look to strengthen their attacking options in the January transfer window. According to a report from Football Insider, the England international has been placed on the Red Devils' shortlist of potential reinforcements, with head coach Michael Carrick weighing up how to cover for the absence of Benjamin Sesko through injury. Toney, 30, has been in impressive form in Saudi Arabia, scoring 12 goals in just nine Saudi Pro League appearances this season for Al-Ahli. That record has made him an attractive option for a United side in need of an experienced centre-forward. Toney previously established himself as one of the Premier League's most reliable goalscorers during his time at Brentford, where he scored 32 league goals across two seasons. A return to England would therefore offer proven top-flight pedigree rather than a gamble on potential. No deal is done and no fee has been reported, and United would still need to agree terms with Al-Ahli before any move could happen. But with Sesko sidelined and the January window approaching, Toney's name is now firmly in the frame as a short-term solution with a long track record of finding the net.