Newcastle push for Wissa switch after preliminary provide rejected

Newcastle are nonetheless combating to revive the soundness of their striker division after the departure of Callum Wilson and studying of the will of Alexander Isak to depart as effectively. They’re reportedly getting ready a suggestion for RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko as potential Isak alternative, they usually’ve already embarked upon the mission of signing Yoane Wissa from Brentford to supply cowl.

Having seen an preliminary provide of £25million for the companies of the 28-year-old rejected, the Magpies are, in accordance with Ben Jacobs, set to proceed discussions with Brentford over the weekend.

The Bees wish to preserve maintain of Wissa, as the one the rest of the formidable attacking trio additionally together with Ivan Toney (joined Al-Ahli final 12 months) and Bryan Mbeumo (signed for Manchester United a number of days in the past). They’re, nevertheless, conscious that Wissa is eager on the concept of shifting to St. James’s Park and it appears they’ll have to precise a valuation of his companies, which apparently stands at £40million at this level.

Newcastle will resume talks for Yoane Wissa this weekend with a bid in extra of £30m anticipated.

Brentford want to maintain Wissa and worth him at over £40m, however participant needs an exit.

Newcastle additionally nonetheless in energetic talks with Benjamin Sesko to try to agree phrases.⚫️ pic.twitter.com/yeG7SQ81eb

— Ben Jacobs (@JacobsBen) July 26, 2025