Newcastle United are not throwing in the towel in their bid to sign Yoane Wissa from Brentford, but their pursuit has taken another twist.According to The Standard, the 28-year-old striker is

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The i Paper can reveal that Newcastle value the DR Congo international at £30m but a deal – while not yet dead – is proving far from straightforward. It is understood that Wissa is viewed as a replacement for Callum Wilson and is not seen as Alexander Isak’s possible successor.

Anthony Elanga, who scored at the Singapore National Stadium on his full debut, is Newcastle's only summer signing so far.

Eddie Howe has admitted that Newcastle United will continue to walk away from transfer deals if the money isn't right. The Magpies have missed out on a number of key targets already this summer as they look to strengthen their squad ahead of a big campaign which will see them compete in the Champions League again.