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Tottenham’s Bold Transfer Gamble: Why Spurs Are Passing on Yoane Wissa

Tottenham Hotspur’s summer transfer window has been anything but quiet. With the £50 million capture of Mohammed Kudus and the permanent signing of Mathys Tel from Bayern Munich, the club has signalled its intent under new manager Thomas Frank. However, as reported by TeamTalk, Spurs have made what has been described as a “surprise” decision regarding Brentford’s Yoane Wissa — opting not to pursue the prolific forward despite his desire to join.

Wissa’s Proven Premier League Credentials

Yoane Wissa has quietly become one of the Premier League’s most consistent attackers. Over the last two seasons, the 28-year-old has netted 31 goals and supplied nine assists — an impressive return, especially considering none came from the penalty spot. Newcastle United, now actively pursuing the Brentford star after pulling out of a deal for Hugo Ekitike, are said to be “suitably impressed” with Wissa’s output.

Nottingham Forest were also keen, though their £20 million bid was swiftly rejected last week. Meanwhile, as talkSPORT highlights, Wissa himself is “pushing to leave Brentford but his preferred option would be to join Thomas Frank at Tottenham.” It is no secret that Frank played a crucial role in Wissa’s development at Brentford, making the player’s preference for Spurs all the more natural.

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Tottenham’s Transfer Strategy Raises Eyebrows

What makes Spurs’ decision more intriguing is that Wissa seems like an ideal addition to their front line. At a time when Harry Kane’s legacy still looms and Kudus and Tel are expected to step up, adding an experienced Premier League performer could have been seen as a statement of depth and ambition.

However, as GiveMeSport reports, Spurs have opted out of the race. While no official reason was given, the article suggests that age and resale value may have played a factor. With Wissa turning 29 in September, Tottenham appear reluctant to commit £50 million to a player nearing his peak without the prospect of future profit. This cautious approach reflects the club’s broader transfer policy under Daniel Levy, who has often prioritised long-term planning over short-term gains.

Opportunity for Rivals as Brentford Face Double Blow

This decision leaves the door wide open for Newcastle, although their path is not without complications. Brentford are hesitant to lose both Wissa and Bryan Mbeumo in the same window. In fact, after learning of Newcastle’s interest in Wissa, Manchester United intensified their pursuit of Mbeumo, lodging a substantial third bid worth £70 million (£65 million plus £5 million in add-ons), according to the Evening Standard and TBR Football.

It remains to be seen how Brentford will navigate this delicate situation, but one thing is clear: Tottenham’s withdrawal from the Wissa race has created ripple effects across the Premier League transfer market.

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As a Spurs supporter, it is hard not to feel both intrigued and a little frustrated by this development. Yoane Wissa seems tailor-made for Thomas Frank’s system — energetic, versatile and a proven Premier League scorer. The idea of reuniting Wissa with Frank, under whom he thrived at Brentford, is mouth-watering.

Many fans see this as a missed opportunity. “Wissa wants to play for Thomas Frank” — how often do you hear that about a player of his calibre, practically inviting the club to sign him? For a club like Spurs, balancing ambition with fiscal responsibility has always been tricky, but at some point, you have to back the manager with the players he knows and trusts.

Yes, the lack of resale value is a concern, but what about the immediate footballing benefits? Spurs are in Europe this season, and the squad will be stretched. Bringing in a player like Wissa, who can hit the ground running, might have been the difference between a top-four finish and just missing out.

Hopefully, this is not a signal that the club will sit back for the rest of the window. With Thomas Frank at the helm, Spurs fans are excited, but we are also impatient to see the kind of squad that can deliver trophies, not just balance sheets.