Ivan Toney 'is hoping to earn MORE than Bruno Fernandes if he joins Man United'

Ivan Toney is reportedly hoping to earn more than Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes next season, should he complete a summer move to Old Trafford.

The Brentford and England star has been heavily linked with a move away from west London at the end of the season, with Arsenal previously the favourites to secure his signature.

Toney, who returned for Brentford in January after an eight-month ban for breaching the FA's betting rules, is no closer to signing a contract extension with the Bees and looks set to explore a new challenge in the summer.

Despite the Gunners' initial interest, Manchester United have reportedly joined the race for Toney ahead of this summer, with new part owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe eager to bolster the Red Devils' squad after another disappointing campaign at Old Trafford.

According to The Sun, Toney's wage demands are understood to be in the region of £250,000 per week, higher than Fernandes' current salary at the club.

Brentford, who are likely unable to match these demands, will be keen to cash in on the England international now rather than risk running down his contract, which expires in June 2026.

Should Toney join the Red Devils and have these salary demands met by the club, he would become the joint-fifth highest-paid player at Old Trafford, on a par with Anthony Martial and Mason Mount, who are also fetching £250,000 every week despite struggling for regular game time.

Fernandes, meanwhile, takes home £240,000 per week.

Casemiro and Manchester United exile Jadon Sancho, who helped Borussia Dortmund into the Champions League semi-finals with a 5-4 win on aggregate over Atletico Madrid on Tuesday, are the club's highest owners on £350,000 per week.

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