Chelsea are among the clubs to have been linked with a move for Brentford striker Ivan Toney.

The Englishman has been very impressive for Brentford, as he took the Premier League by storm last season.

Brentford boss Thomas Frank has said he is not overly concerned by the rumours surrounding Toney, as he admitted that Toney will always attract interest as he’s a quality player.

Asked about the links to the likes of United and Chelsea, Frank replied: “Social media I know is there, I never take anything [from it]. Good thing I’m not on social media, let me put it that way.

“When it’s out there I’m definitely not seeing it as the truth in any way.

“But I guess it’s positive, he’s a good player, I understand why there are big clubs looking at him.

“He’s a fantastic player, he’s done fantastic for us, but he’s our player and we’re looking forward to getting him back in the group.”

Frank also revealed he is looking forward to welcoming his star striker back to the training ground next week, having now served an eight-month ban for betting.

Asked how big a lift it will be to have Toney back at the training ground, Frank continued: “I think for us it’s very good to have him back.

“He’s a very good player but more importantly a [very good] person to have around the group. He trains hard, he’s very positive, he brings a lot of energy – which is very good for any group.

“Also I’m pretty sure that he is also very happy to be allowed back in to play football, being around his mates and team-mates that he loves to be around.

“No doubt he will give us a lift. Of course, we’d prefer to have him in the team but that’s not possible. But to have him every day is definitely going to be positive.”