Brentford forward Yoane Wissa has issued a lengthy statement on his future just one day before the end of the transfer window. Newcastle have been chasing a move for the Congo international but have failed to strike an agreement with Brentford. Wissa is desperate to join the Magpies but time is running out for a deal to be completed.
He has not played for Brentford this season, having informed the club of his desire to move on earlier this summer. They are demanding a transfer fee of £65million which could price Newcastle out of a deal, according to the Daily Mail. In a desperate bid to force through an exit ahead of Monday's deadline, Wissa has released an extraordinary statement.
He wrote: "I have stayed silent for much of the summer, but with just hours remaining of the transfer window I feel compelled make it clear that I want to leave Brentford.
"I believe the club are unduly standing in my way despite a series of fair offers throughout the summer. Earlier this summer, I held open discussions with the club’s senior management, including key directors and the new head coach.
"I made clear my intention to explore a new challenge. During these conversations, it was confirmed to me and my representatives that the club would not stand in my way if a reasonable offer was received. This was also put in writing.
"Based on this understanding, I sought to find a new club, keeping Brentford informed with full transparency at every step."
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