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Frank backs England striker Toney to be back at best for Euros
Brentford's Ivan Toney warming up prior to kick off during the Premier League match at the Gtech Community Stadium, London. Picture date: Saturday April 13, 2024

BRENTFORD boss Thomas Frank has no doubt Ivan Toney will be back to his best in time for this summer’s European Championship.

Toney, who made his England debut against Ukraine in March, has gone 10 matches without a goal — his longest barren spell for five years.

Frank revealed the Bees striker had been struggling with niggling injuries since returning from his eight-month suspension for breaking betting rules in January.

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