Yoane Wissa FINALLY joins Newcastle! Magpies complete £55m deal to sign forward from Brentford after chasing Alexander Isak replacement all summer

Newcastle have confirmed the signing of Wissa from Brentford, bringing to an end a long-running pursuit. Reports suggest the Magpies have paid £55 million ($74.5m) to secure the signature of the DR Congo international. The 28-year-old forward has signed a four-year contract at St. James’ Park.

Eddie Howe endured a frustrating summer after failed moves for Liam Delap, Joao Pedro, Hugo Ekitike and Benjamin Sesko. Wissa’s arrival, alongside record signing Nick Woltemade, finally gives Newcastle two new attacking options. Both forwards are expected to share the responsibility of replacing Alexander Isak, who joined Liverpool for £130m.

Wissa departs Brentford after scoring 49 goals in 149 appearances for the West London club. His relationship with the Bees soured in pre-season when he left their training camp and later removed all club references on social media. The forward hit 19 Premier League goals last term, underlining his ability to deliver at the highest level.

The Congolese star will link up with his new teammates immediately as Newcastle gear up for their Premier League clash with Wolves on Saturday, September 13. Howe will hope the DR Congo striker can adapt quickly and bring goals to ease the loss of Isak. For Brentford, the challenge now is to find a suitable replacement before the next transfer window.