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Wissa's Transfer Desire Persists Amid Newcastle's Striker Search

8/7/2025

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Brentford's Yoane Wissa is back in first-team training after discussions with head coach Keith Andrews, yet his desire for a transfer to Newcastle lingers. Priced at over £50 million, Wissa remains a coveted asset, especially as Newcastle pivots to other striker options following Benjamin Sesko's decision to join Manchester United.

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Brentford's Yoane Wissa is back in first-team training after discussions with head coach Keith Andrews, yet his desire for a transfer to Newcastle lingers. Priced at over £50 million, Wissa remains a coveted asset, especially as Newcastle pivots to other striker options following Benjamin Sesko's decision to join Manchester United.