Newcastle and Spurs Battle for Brentford Star Wissa

Newcastle United are engaged in a fierce competition with Tottenham Hotspur to secure the services of Brentford's talented striker Yoane Wissa. Despite Brentford's rejection of a £25 million bid from Newcastle, the Magpies remain confident in their ability to complete the transfer.

Brentford's reluctance to sell Wissa is understandable, as the club has already lost several key players, including Bryan Mbeumo, Christian Norgaard, and Mark Flekken. Adding to their woes, Brentford also parted ways with their manager, Thomas Frank, who has since joined Tottenham.

The transfer saga has intensified, with Wissa leaving Brentford's training camp as the speculation surrounding his future continues to mount. Newcastle, who have struggled to close deals for several other players during the current transfer window, are now focusing their efforts on securing Wissa's signature.

Tottenham, on the other hand, can match Newcastle's offer and may have an advantage due to Wissa's previous working relationship with the new Tottenham manager, Thomas Frank. The former Brentford boss is a big admirer of Wissa and has hailed him as an "unbelievable signing" for the Bees.

As the transfer window progresses, Newcastle must also prioritize strengthening their defensive line, with veteran players like Dan Burn and Fabian Schar nearing the twilight of their careers. Additionally, the Magpies are in the market for a new goalkeeper, with their pursuit of Burnley's James Trafford facing competition from Manchester City.