Newcastle United are not throwing in the towel in their bid to sign Yoane Wissa from Brentford, but their pursuit has taken another twist.According to The Standard, the 28-year-old striker is

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The i Paper can reveal that Newcastle value the DR Congo international at £30m but a deal – while not yet dead – is proving far from straightforward. It is understood that Wissa is viewed as a replacement for Callum Wilson and is not seen as Alexander Isak’s possible successor.

Newcastle have the money available now while Man Utd are believed to be waiting on a sale, potentially that of Antony, before making their move. However, the final decision on the matter will be made by Sesko who is open to joining either club once RB Leipzig accept an offer.

It is hard to take anything at face value coming from official PR channels in the middle of the Alexander Isak 'will he, won't he' leave Newcastle saga. Isak apparently did not go on the pre-season tour because he had a minor injury,