The Bees slapped a price tag of €117 million (£100m) on the striker to fend off January interest in the two Premier League giants for the forward, but a transfer appears inevitable in the summer, albeit at a much lower price point.
FootballInsider believes that with Chelsea and Arsenal, who baulked at Brentford’s asking price in January, falling out of the race, the Hammers believe they can land the striker.
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Tottenham have been left as their main rivals for Toney, who has four goals in 10 Premier League games since returning from a gambling ban.
For Toney, the choice between the two clubs should be a relatively simple one: he has to go to West Ham.
Data analytics firm SciSports shows using its Career Advice tool that the Hammers are a significantly better fit for Toney than Ange Postecoglou’s side.
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West Ham before Spurs for Toney
While West Ham get a Club Fit score of 79 when playing time is prioritised, Spurs land a measly 53. This is based around several different considerations, including potential development as well as formation and style of the team.
In this case, West Ham are third in the Premier League while Tottenham are fourth from bottom – ahead of only Arsenal, Manchester City and Luton Town.
