Breaking News:Brentford Big Star Ready for Opener Confirms Confident Frank

Thomas Frank says he believes Ivan Toney is ready to start in Brentford’s opening Premier League fixture against Crystal Palace next weekend.

Toney was given time off following his achievements for England at Euro 2024, although he might play the second half of the Bees’ last pre-season game against Wolfsburg.

The striker was involved in Kevin Schade’s late goal in the 4-4 tie at Gtech Community Stadium, and Frank feels confident in his fitness. He added, “Let’s see, but I’m pretty sure [Toney] could start.” I thought he looked good, so that’s good. “We have said many times that Ivan is a key player for us, he’s one of our best players and he looked sharp so I’m confident he’ll be in a good place for Palace.”

Frank was again without full-backs Rico Henry and Aaron Hickey against Wolfsburg as they continue to recuperate from lengthy injuries. Throughout the preseason, Kristoffer Ajer has been used in an unaccustomed position as a left back. The Norwegian international assisted Bryan Mbeumo’s opening goal against Wolfsburg and might begin the Premier League season in this new position if necessary.

“Rico and Hickey are out, so we need to find other options, although Kristoffer has done an excellent job at left-back. “I am very pleased with him,” Frank stated. “I believe he performed admirably offensively and overall. “There were a few bits that we need to tweak and adjust to make it even better.” Schade was substituted after his goal, although Frank stated there was no major injury, while Keane Lewis-Potter is expected to recover from a knock in time to play Palace despite missing the match against Wolfsburg.