Newcastle United are prepared to cut their losses on forward Yoane Wissa just months after his arrival, with the club making him available for transfer this summer. According to sources speaking to TEAMtalk, intermediaries have been informed that Newcastle will not block a move for the 29-year-old, who joined from Brentford last summer in a deal worth £55 million.
The DR Congo international's time at St James' Park has been underwhelming, with the player managing only three goals in all competitions and starting just eight matches. Injuries played a significant role in disrupting his debut season, delaying his first appearance until December and preventing him from building any sustained momentum under manager Eddie Howe.
It is understood that Newcastle's Saudi Arabian owners, the Public Investment Fund, have communicated Wissa's availability to clubs within the Saudi Pro League, with a move to the Middle East considered a strong possibility. However, interest is not confined to that region, with several Premier League clubs also monitoring the situation, aware that Newcastle may accept a substantial loss on their initial investment.
Sources indicate that bids in the region of £30 million would be seriously considered by Newcastle, representing a drop of almost half the fee paid to Brentford less than a year ago. This decision marks a swift and decisive change of strategy regarding a player who was once seen as a key part of the club's attacking rebuild.
Wissa's struggles contrast sharply with Newcastle's stance on another forward, Nick Woltemade, who also arrived last summer. Despite a similar downturn in form after a bright start, the club are making it clear they have no intention of entertaining cut-price offers for the German and would demand a premium fee for his departure. This indicates a targeted reshuffle of attacking options rather than a wholesale clearance.
The potential departure of Wissa comes amid a period of significant flux in Newcastle's forward line. The club retains serious interest in Bournemouth's Marcus Tavernier, while star winger Anthony Gordon is a reported target for Liverpool, Arsenal, and Chelsea. Furthermore, manager Eddie Howe is keen to recruit a new central striker, with sources confirming interest in a Chelsea forward currently out on loan.
For Wissa, a move would offer a chance to reignite a career that flourished at Brentford, where his pace and directness made him a consistent threat in the Premier League. For Newcastle, recouping even a portion of the initial fee would provide valuable funds to reinvest in a squad that requires upgrades to compete for European places again. The coming weeks are likely to see increased activity as the club seeks to resolve the situation swiftly.
