Nottingham Forest are stepping up their efforts to sign Brentford forward Yoane Wissa, but face stiff competition from Tottenham Hotspur in what could become one of the most contested transfer battles of the summer.
Forest boss Nuno Espirito Santo has made no secret of his desire to add firepower to his frontline ahead of the 2025/26 Premier League season. Igor Jesus has already confirmed his arrival after the Club World Cup, but the Reds are far from finished. Yoane Wissa, who netted 19 goals last term, is firmly back on their radar.
Forest Want Wissa – But Spurs Could Hijack It
“It’s true that there has been interest. They are having a very good season and I too am continuing my momentum… I’m focused on Brentford, but we’ll see what happens.” — Yoane Wissa
Forest reportedly submitted a fresh offer for the 28-year-old last week, said to be below Brentford’s asking price of £40m. Africa Foot claims the bid was made “in secret,” and Brentford are “carefully considering” it — but Thomas Frank’s new role at Spurs has added fresh tension.
Frank, who left Brentford for Tottenham just days ago, is keen to bring Wissa with him. The Guardian reports that Spurs have already held internal talks about targeting the Congolese international.
Brentford’s Price Tag and Contract Situation
Brentford are playing hardball. Their valuation of £40m remains firm, and with Wissa under contract until 2026 — plus a club option to extend by another year — they hold all the cards.
Wissa was the subject of Forest’s interest in January, when an £18–22m offer was rejected. Despite the failed winter move, Forest have maintained their interest and are hoping their persistence pays off.
| Match Stat (2024/25) | Value |
|---|---|
| Premier League Goals | 19 |
| Assists | 7 |
| Shots on Target per 90 | 1.92 |
| Current Market Value | £30m |
Key Transfer Takeaways
- Forest have made a fresh move for Yoane Wissa
- Brentford demand a minimum of £40m
- Thomas Frank wants Wissa at Tottenham
- Wissa has two years left on his contract with an option to extend
Can Forest Win the Race?
The Wissa chase is more than just a financial arms race. His connection to Thomas Frank, and the allure of London football with Tottenham, could play a pivotal role. Forest, though, offer guaranteed minutes and the promise of being Nuno’s key man — and that might tip the scales.
What’s Next?
Expect movement from Spurs in the coming days. With Forest pushing and Brentford considering, the Wissa saga is one of the hottest Premier League stories this summer. If a bid surpasses the £40m threshold, a bidding war could erupt.
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