Yoane Wissa transfer news has dominated headlines with Newcastle United pushing to prise the striker away from west London, but Brentford remain adamant he will stay put. Boss Keith Andrews told reporters that he “fully expects Wissa to be here come next Tuesday,” signalling that the club will resist late-window pressure.
The 28-year-old DR Congo international has made clear his desire to leave, hoping to join Newcastle for the lure of Champions League football. A £40m offer from the Magpies has already been rejected, with Brentford valuing him between £50m and £60m.
Despite the unsettled situation, Andrews insists the long-term plan is to reintegrate Wissa into the squad once the window shuts. For now, he remains sidelined and won’t feature in the Carabao Cup tie against Bournemouth.
Wissa’s Push for a Move
Wissa’s frustration has been visible. He trained separately from the first team for a spell, deleted Brentford mentions from his Instagram bio, and has not featured in competitive games this month. The forward scored 19 Premier League goals last season — a career-best tally — and feels ready for the next step.
Having seen former Bees teammates Thomas Frank and Bryan Mbeumo move on to bigger stages, Wissa is eager to follow. Newcastle’s interest has only fuelled that ambition, though their bid remains far short of Brentford’s valuation.
What Keith Andrews Said
“As far as I’m concerned, there’s been no movement in any way and I fully expect Yoane to be here come next Tuesday [after the transfer deadline]. Reintegration is the plan. If I didn’t think it would be, my stance on it would probably be different.” — Keith Andrews
The manager also confirmed Wissa would not play in the Carabao Cup, stressing the decision was about “what is best for the group.”
Yoane Wissa’s stats)
| Stat (2024/25, Brentford) | Yoane Wissa |
|---|---|
| Appearances (All Competitions) | 39 |
| League Appearances | 35 |
| Goals (Premier League) | 19 |
| Assists (Premier League) | 4 |
| Shots | 90 |
| Shots on Target | 42 |
| Shot Accuracy | 61.8% |
sources: Premier League data, Statmuse and FootyStats – 25 Aug 2025 :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Wissa’s 2024/25 numbers underline why Newcastle are keen on his services—and why Brentford are playing hardball over his valuation.
Analyst Verdict – John William
FootballPlace analyst John William believes Brentford are playing hardball, but rightly so.
“Brentford know they cannot replace 19 league goals in a week. With Newcastle also dealing with the Alexander Isak saga, Andrews is correct to hold his ground. Reintegration may be awkward in the short-term, but keeping Wissa ensures Brentford’s survival prospects remain intact.”
At the same time, William warns that if Newcastle up their bid, the Bees could be tested. A late push might unlock both Wissa’s exit and Isak’s move to Liverpool, creating a domino effect.
Key Insights
- Newcastle’s £40m bid for Wissa rejected — Brentford want £50–60m.
- Striker trained separately, deleted Brentford from Instagram.
- Keith Andrews insists reintegration is the “plan” post-deadline.
- Wissa scored 19 Premier League goals last season.
- Newcastle’s interest linked to Isak–Liverpool transfer saga.
What’s Next
With less than a week to go in the window, Newcastle must decide whether to raise their offer. Brentford, for now, are confident Wissa will stay, but a late bid closer to their valuation could test that stance.
For Wissa, patience may be required. If Newcastle fail to meet Brentford’s demands, he faces the challenge of winning back his place — and the fans — once reintegration begins.
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