Keith Andrews hints wantaway Brentford striker could play
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Brentford head coach Keith Andrews has suggested Yoane Wissa could be in the squad to face Aston Villa on Saturday. Andrews said Wissa, 28, had been a “part of the group” this week and explained he will make a late decision over whether the forward will be involved at the weekend.
Brentford host Aston Villa in their first home game of the 2025/26 Premier League season. The visitors will have an important player back in their ranks.
Yoane Wissa has rejoined full training with Brentford and could feature against Crystal Palace this weekend, according to head coach Keith Andrews.
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Shields Gazette on MSNBrentford reveal major Yoane Wissa training ground update as £60m Newcastle United transfer links intensify
Brentford have posted a major update from their training ground as Yoane Wissa is spotted back in training with Keith Andrews’ first-team. Wissa has been heavily-linked with a move to Newcastle United throughout the summer and reportedly told the Bees’ hierarchy that he would never play for them again if denied a move to St James’ Park.
Yoane Wissa removes all association with Brentford from his Instagram account as his uncertain future takes a fresh twist.
Newcastle are under pressure to sign a new striker this summer. Callum Wilson was released following the expiration of his contract, but Eddie Howe’s side were forced to start the season without a recognised centre forward after Isak began his own protest over his desired move to Liverpool.
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Shields Gazette on MSNNewcastle United delivered fresh Yoane Wissa transfer blow as Brentford boss breaks silence on £40m bid
Keith Andrews has reiterated his desire to keep hold of Yoane Wissa this summer amid interest from Newcastle United in the striker. Wissa was at the centre of a £40m bid from the Magpies earlier this week - one that was swiftly rejected by the Bees.
Wayne Rooney says Yoane Wissa and Alexander Isak are "like kids" in terms of their behaviour during the transfer window. Both Wissa and Isak want to depart their respective clubs and have taken the uncommon approach of striking until a deal has been done.