Brentford boss Thomas Frank concedes he doesn't know what will happen with Ivan Toney this month.
The England striker is being linked with Arsenal and Manchester United.
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However, knee surgery for Igor Thiago could see the Bees move to hold onto Toney until the January market.
"I will be thrilled if Toney stays at Brentford," said Frank.
"But I can't give any guarantees as to whether or not he will be our player at the start of the season."