Yoane Wissa has publicly challenged Brentford’s leadership, claiming the club has gone back on a written agreement to permit his departure before the transfer window closes. The forward’s statement adds a dramatic twist to the final hours of the summer market.
Wissa alleges that during discussions with club officials earlier this summer, he was assured that a reasonable offer would be accepted and he would be allowed to pursue a new challenge. He insists this commitment was formally documented.
However, with the deadline fast approaching, the situation has reached an impasse. Newcastle United have seen a substantial offer, believed to be around £40 million, turned down for the 28-year-old. Brentford’s current valuation is now understood to be in the region of £65 million.
The standoff over Wissa is a critical piece in a complex transfer chain. His potential move to Newcastle is directly linked to the future of Alexander Isak at St James’ Park. Should Newcastle secure a new striker, it is widely anticipated that Isak will complete a high-profile transfer to Liverpool, with figures in excess of £110 million being discussed.
Newcastle’s search for offensive reinforcement has multiple strands. Beyond Wissa, the club has also pursued Wolverhampton Wanderers’ Jorgen Strand Larsen, though their bids have so far been unsuccessful. The Norway international was absent from his team’s latest match with a reported minor injury, though his manager has stated he expects the player to remain.
Eddie Howe’s side has already invested heavily in attack, completing the signing of German forward Nick Woltemade for a significant fee. While the manager praised the new arrival’s potential to address specific tactical needs, he also indicated that Woltemade is seen more as an attacking midfielder, underscoring the continued desire to add a central striker.
The final hours of the window now hinge on these interconnected negotiations. Wissa’s public appeal for Brentford to “keep their word” intensifies the pressure, leaving his future, and potentially Isak’s, hanging in the balance as the Monday night deadline looms.
