Key Takeaways:
- Yoane Wissa completed his move from Brentford to Newcastle for £55 million, with the deal confirmed just 30 seconds before the transfer window shut
- The 28-year-old forward contributed 19 goals and 4 assists across 35 Premier League appearances last season, ranking second in Brentford’s scoring charts
- Wissa has been tasked with filling the void at St James’ Park left by Alexander Isak
Transfer Details and Deadline Drama
Newcastle United pulled off one of the most dramatic moves of the transfer window, securing Yoane Wissa’s signature from Brentford for a substantial £55 million outlay. The transfer, finalised with only 30 seconds to spare before the window closed, capped a tense period of negotiations between the two Premier League sides.
We are delighted to confirm the signing of forward Yoane Wissa from Brentford for an undisclosed fee. 👊 pic.twitter.com/b4PegvTndf
— Newcastle United (@NUFC) September 1, 2025
Wissa’s Impact at Brentford
During the previous Premier League campaign, Wissa appeared in 35 fixtures for Brentford, netting 19 goals and setting up 4 further strikes. These contributions made him the second-highest scorer for the club, behind only Bryan Mbeumo. His attacking influence was significant in Brentford’s campaign, underscoring the rationale behind Newcastle’s significant investment.
| Player | Appearances (2024/25 PL) | Goals | Assists | Transfer Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yoane Wissa | 35 | 19 | 4 | £55 million (to Newcastle) |
| Alexander Isak | 34 | 23 | 6 | £125 million (to Liverpool) |
Role at Newcastle and Squad Implications
With the high-profile departure of Alexander Isak to Liverpool for a record-breaking £125 million transfer fee, Newcastle have turned to Wissa to step into the centre-forward role at St James’ Park. Like his predecessor, Wissa declined to represent his former club until terms were agreed, accelerating the urgency of the transfer. The DR Congo international, born in France, has been assigned the iconic number 9 shirt as he begins a new chapter with the Magpies.
