A look at how many games Yoane Wissa could miss for Newcastle United due to the African Cup of Nations.
Yoane Wissa is set to miss at least three Newcastle United fixtures in December due to the African Cup of Nations.
Toon chiefs finally got their man on deadline day in a deal worth £55million. Two bids had previously been rejected for Wissa, who pushed for a Brentford move all summer.
Similarly to Alexander Isak, the Newcastle new boy has not featured in the Premier League this season. Wissa drove to Tyneside through the night ahead of his medical last Monday.
Newcastle United announcement
The Magpies confirmed the £55million arrival after submitting a deal sheet to gain more time, with Isak also getting his switch to Liverpool. Newcastle fans breathed a sigh of relief as the two most turbulent transfer sagas of the summer drew to a close.
“Newcastle United can confirm the transfer deadline day signing of forward Yoane Wissa from Brentford for an undisclosed fee, subject to Premier League approval,” a club announcement read. “The 28-year-old, who was born in France and represents DR Congo at international level, has finalised a long-term deal to become the sixth summer arrival at St. James’ Park.
“Yoane’s career began with French side Châteauroux, where he progressed through the youth system before making a switch to Angers in 2016. Loan spells at Laval and Ajaccio followed, but it was upon joining then Ligue 2 side Lorient in January 2018 that he began to make his mark.
“Yoane helped Lorient reach the French top-flight, where he went on to score 10 times, before earning his move to newly-promoted Brentford in 2021. The striker quickly established himself in the Premier League and departs the Bees with 49 goals from 149 games to his name in all competitions, including a personal high of 19 league goals last term. Yoane will wear the number 9 shirt for Newcastle United.”
Yoane Wissa’s first words
Wissa said after the move: “I’m really happy to be here and to sign for one of the biggest clubs in the Premier League. I’m very, very excited to put on the black and white shirt. I’ve got dreams, I’ve got faith, and now I will do my best to make it all happen. I can’t wait to get started.
Eddie Howe added: “Yoane is a player who we have admired for some time and we’re delighted to have him on board. He brings proven Premier League quality, demonstrated not only by his goalscoring output but also the crucial work he does for the team. Yoane’s style of play will excite our supporters and complement our style of play - he has pace, power and an excellent work rate. He immediately makes us stronger.”
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Yoane Wissa’s AFCON conundrum
One area for Newcastle to consider is the upcoming AFCON. Wissa is set to miss a hectic festive period this winter as he represents DR Congo at the tournament.
His first game is on December 23 - ruling him out of Premier League clashes against Chelsea, Manchester United and Burnley. Any further fixtures missed will depend on DR Congo’s progress at AFCON.
The final will take place on January 18 - three days before Newcastle’s Champions League fixture with PSV Eindhoven.
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