has reportedly made a key January target after being handed ‘greater transfer influence’ from co-owner .
The Blues, along with rivals Arsenal, and have now stepped up their interest.
They face a battle with the Gunners to land the Englishman although it is thought that in the January window.
Chelsea are now looking to take advantage with reporting that Toney has become a key target for head coach Pochettino.
The Argentine has been handed increased influence over transfers and will now have the final say on any potential incomings.
Pochettino will work collaboratively with co-sporting directors Paul Winstanley and Laurence Stewart as well as co-director of recruitment and talent Joe Shields in what is said to be a similar model to the way Manchester City operate.
It is thought that Nicolas Jackson and Armando Broja have not yet convinced Pochettino that they can be suitable long-term striking options and there is a desire to bring in a new No.9, with Toney believed to be the perfect fit.
despite for the 27-year-old.
Toney is which means he has not played all season and will not be able to return to the field until the middle of January.
He has registered 68 goals and 21 assists across 124 games for Thomas Frank’s side to date.
