Newcastle considering move for Yoane Wissa | OneFootball

Newcastle United are in the market for a striker to back-up Alexander Isak, and one of the options they are considering is Brentford’s Yoane Wissa.

According to the Daily Mail, the 28-year-old forward has admirers within St James’ Park.

The Magpies recently announced Callum Wilson’s departure following his five-year stint on Tyneside, and they need a replacement for him.

Wissa is a Premier League-proven marksman who bagged 19 goals and four assists in 35 league appearances for the Bees this term. He scored 12 times last term.

While his partner Bryan Mbeumo got most of the plaudits, it is worth noting that they were a fantastic duo, as manager Thomas Frank highlighted.

Following his goal in the win over Brighton & Hove Albion, Frank reminded everyone that Wissa had more non-penalty goals than Mbeumo, dubbing him ‘fantastic’.

However, the Newcastle hierarchy may think twice about paying so much for a player who turns 29 in September when Calvert-Lewin costs nothing.

Despite this, Wissa’s profile is perfect for Newcastle. He has a reputation for making an impact from the bench, which makes him a brilliant pick-up if Newcastle can get it done.

Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins is another target for Newcastle, but it is unlikely he will be satisfied with a second-string role.