‘If I’m honest’ - Alan Pardew tells unhappy striker to reject Newcastle United
Newcastle United had a bid rejected for Brentford striker Yoane Wissa last month.
Alan Pardew does not believe Brentford striker Yoane Wissa would be a good fit for Newcastle United.
It is no secret that the Magpies like the 28-year-old after having a £25million bid rejected last month. Brentford rejecting the offer resulted in Wissa leaving the club’s pre-season camp in Portugal.
Newcastle remain interested in the striker but have bigger problems to address given Alexander Isak’s situation. Wissa was viewed as a Callum Wilson replacement after he left once his contract expired.
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Newcastle United rocked by Alexander Isak saga
However, Isak has now signalled his intention to leave St James' Park this summer. The bombshell news has seen Newcastle change tack, with more high-profile strikers targeted.
Toon chiefs negotiated with RB Leipzig about a possible deal for Benjamin Sesko. But as has often been the case throughout the window, NewcastleWorld understands he is leaning towards Manchester United.
Isak could stay on Tyneside against his wishes despite burning bridges with many supporters. It remains unclear where that would leave Wissa, who returned to Brentford training on Wednesday ahead of talks over his future.
Alan Pardew on Yoane Wissa
Speaking to talkSPORT, former Newcastle manager Pardew advised Wissa to reject a St James’ Park switch. He said: “I would say so (whether Wissa for £25million is a bargain). I don't... I can't see that one. I don't see where he fits in. I don't think he's a replacement for Isak. Whether he's the backup.
“Would Wissa want to be a backup? I can’t see that one. I think they're probably trying to give the fan base some good news. If you're a Newcastle fan, it hasn't been the greatest of summers in terms of the transfer market. They had the cup in the bag. This should all be positive, really, for Newcastle this season.
“I don't see Wissa as a positive, if I'm honest. I just can't see him starting in the team. And I think if I were Wissa, that I would make that move.”
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