Brentford Striker Yoana Wissa Sets Sights on Newcastle Move: Aiming to Join the Legacy of French-African Stars
Brentford striker Yoana Wissa is reportedly eager to make a move to Newcastle United, inspired by the club’s rich history of French-African players. The 28-year-old forward was notably absent from the squad during Sunday’s 3-1 defeat against Nottingham Forest, intensifying speculation about his future. In a clear sign of his intentions, Wissa has removed all references to Brentford from his Instagram account.
Born in Northern France and representing the DR Congo internationally, Wissa has until September 1 to finalize his transfer before the summer window closes. However, it seems his heart is set solely on Newcastle, as he is not considering offers from other clubs.
According to Sky Sports News, Wissa is motivated by the legacy of three iconic French-born players who have left their mark at St James’ Park: Demba Ba, Papiss Cisse, and Hatem Ben Arfa. He has expressed admiration for these stars, particularly Cisse, whose famous No. 9 shirt Wissa hopes to don if he joins the team.
Despite Wissa’s enthusiasm, Brentford has reportedly rejected a £40 million bid from Newcastle, leaving the striker in a state of uncertainty. For context, former midfielder Ben Arfa made a significant impact during his five-year tenure in the North East, racking up 86 appearances and earning 15 caps for France, despite his father’s Tunisian roots.
As Wissa seeks to follow in the footsteps of these legends, his aspirations now hinge on Newcastle increasing their offer. If not, the talented player, who netted 19 goals in the Premier League last season, may find himself in limbo until the January transfer window opens. Fans will be watching closely to see if Wissa’s dream move becomes a reality.
