Newcastle United target Yoane Wissa reportedly returned to Brentford's training ground today, but his presence did little to ease tensions.
Sky Sports are reporting the striker refused to train with teammates, remaining "angry and disappointed" over his blocked move to St. James' Park.
Yoane Wissa arrived on time at Brentford training ground this morning 🚨
— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) July 31, 2025
One source has told Sky Sports News that Wissa does not intend to train with his team-mates.
Sky Sports News has reported that Wissa is angry and disappointed with the club's approach over his future 🐝 pic.twitter.com/1OnbTZULtv
Wissa, 28, who has been heavily linked with a switch to Eddie Howe's Newcastle, was back at Brentford's London Colney base after leaving the club's pre-season camp in Portugal last week.
The DR Congo international conducted his work alone, a clear sign of the ongoing standoff between the player and his club.
The forward's frustration stems from Brentford's staunch refusal to sanction his departure, despite a reported £25 million bid from Newcastle being tabled earlier in the summer.
Wissa, who scored 19 Premier League goals last season and has made no secret of his desire to play Champions League football, reportedly believes he was given assurances by the club that a suitable offer would facilitate his exit.
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Sources suggest he has even threatened not to play for the Bees again if he is denied the move to Tyneside.
Brentford's new head coach Keith Andrews had previously stated he expected Wissa to rejoin the group, but the player's actions today underscore the depth of his discontent.
The Bees, who have already seen key figures like Bryan Mbeumo (to Manchester United), Christian Norgaard (to Arsenal), and former head coach Thomas Frank (to Tottenham) depart this summer, are understandably reluctant to lose another vital player.
They are reportedly holding out for a valuation closer to £50 million.
For Newcastle, the situation adds another layer of complexity to their search for attacking reinforcements.
With star striker Alexander Isak also reportedly looking to "explore his options" and Benjamin Sesko seemingly favouring Manchester United, the Magpies are keen to secure a proven goalscorer.
While Wissa's talent is clear, his current situation at Brentford highlights the challenges of navigating the transfer market for disgruntled players.
The coming days will be crucial.
Whether Brentford can soften their stance, or if Newcastle will return with a significantly improved offer to secure their target, remains to be seen.
What is clear, however, is that Yoane Wissa's return to training has only intensified the transfer drama.
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