Brentford striker Yoane Wissa congratulated a returning team-mate despite pushing for a move away from West London.

Newcastle United are reportedly stepping up their pursuit of Benjamin Sesko but a sizeable Yoane Wissa transfer hurdle has emerged.

However, the Slovenia international is now firmly on the radar of Newcastle United as a possible Isak replacement, while Timo Werner and Andre Silva could both leave the Red Bull Arena too.

Yoane Wissa is pushing to leave Brentford and is disappointed an exit has not been sanctioned. The striker is now refusing to train as he looks to force an exit. Brentford have today informed

In the past, Brentford sold players way too cheaply, but no longer. We hold all the cards here, with a one-year option in the club's favour meaning Wissa is still effectively under contract for two more seasons.

Newcastle are reportedly determined to sign Yoane Wissa amid Alexander Isak transfer saga despite Brentford's hardline stance on exit. The Magpies view Wissa as a crucial addition to their frontline and are reportedly willing to return with an improved offer after seeing an initial £25 million bid turned down by Brentford.

BRENTFORD’S Yoane Wissa has left the Bees’ pre-season training camp amid uncertainty over his future. The 28-year-old is the subject of transfer speculation this summer and Brentford

Yoane Wissa is keen to join Newcastle United, which could leave Thomas Frank and Tottenham needing to look elsewhere. Tottenham Hotspur are ready to sign another forward this summer to bolster Thomas Frank’s squad options in attack.