Newcastle are reportedly set to advance on a deal for Brentford forward Yoane Wissa.
The Magpies remain set on the idea of bolstering their forward line amid what has been a turbulent transfer saga involving top-scorer Alexander Isak.
Meanwhile, Liverpool appear to be waiting for encouragement from Eddie Howe’s men before coming in with a second, improved offer.
Newcastle want to advance on Yoane Wissa transfer
Yoane Wissa kicks the ball with an outstretched leg whilst under pressure from Wolves players.
(Photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)
Fabrizio Romano now reports on X (formerly Twitter) that with Dango Ouattara set to sign at Brentford, it should clear a path for Wissa to get his desired move to St James’ Park.
As such, the Magpies are understood to be ‘planning to advance’ with a deal for the 28-year-old forward ‘as soon as possible’.
🚨⚫️⚪️ Newcastle now planning to advance with Yoane Wissa deal as soon as possible after Brentford agreed Ouattara deal.
Ouattara to sign at Brentford in next 24h, Wissa not even with the squad this weekend as he only wants to leave.
Clear priority to #NUFC. pic.twitter.com/xECxAHiRTH
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 15, 2025
Whether this potential move can help get the ball rolling with regard to Isak’s future remains to be seen.
As we’ve reported previously, Wissa looks to be a potentially fine addition to Newcastle’s squad ahead of the 2025/26 season.
However, Howe’s men were, rather understandably, looking for a statement signing to facilitate the potential exit of their Swedish international in the summer transfer window.
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