Ivan Toney's Surprising Absence

The decision to leave Ivan Toney out of the Brentford lineup against Crystal Palace raised eyebrows, especially considering his training participation before the match. Although he had been involved in pre-season activities and was noted for training positively, the coaching staff decided on Thursday to rest him. This situation hints at Toney's potential exit from Brentford, particularly with interest growing from clubs in the Saudi Pro League. Toney's previous controversies surrounding gambling have not affected his focus, as he has demonstrated an ability to remain unaffected by external pressures.