Newcastle has refocused their striker search on Brentford's Yoane Wissa after abandoning interest in Hugo Ekitike due to Liverpool's pursuit. The club had previously lost out on Joao Pedro, indicating a challenging transfer window. Wissa, who netted 19 goals last season, is a versatile candidate admired by Eddie Howe. However, negotiating a deal may prove difficult, especially with potential competition from Tottenham and Nottingham Forest, and possible fluctuations in Wissa's transfer fee amid Brentford's situation regarding Bryan Mbeumo.
Newcastle have ended their interest in Hugo Ekitike due to Liverpool's move for the Eintracht Frankfurt man, after being told that Isak is not for sale.
Newcastle are back to the drawing board, having missed out on Joao Pedro, who joined Chelsea earlier in the summer.
Newcastle have turned their attention to Brentford's Yoane Wissa, who scored 19 goals in the Premier League last season.
The Bees would be under no pressure to sell their other star forward, whose price could increase from the 50m that has been reported.
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