Al-Nassr joins the race for Yoane Wissa and agrees to Brentford’s demands

The Congolese striker is pushing for a move amid friction with Brentford, as Saudi giants outbid Newcastle.

Al-Nassr has officially entered the race to sign Yoane Wissa, offering to meet Brentford’s full asking price of £50 million for the Congolese striker, according to reports from OneFootball. The Saudi Pro League club home to Cristiano Ronaldo now appears to be in pole position to secure the forward’s transfer.

Wissa Forces Exit After Tension with Brentford

Wissa returned to Brentford training on August 6, after abruptly leaving the team’s pre-season camp in Portugal on July 21. Sources close to the player report ongoing tension behind the scenes, and Wissa remains firm in his desire to leave the Premier League side before the transfer window closes.

So far, the striker has not made any public statements about the situation.

Newcastle’s Offer Rejected; Al-Nassr Steps Up

Newcastle United submitted a bid of £25 million, but Brentford rejected the offer, holding firm on their £50 million valuation. That hesitation allowed Al-Nassr to step in with a full bid, showing serious intent to bring the DR Congo international to Saudi Arabia.

Champions League or Salary? Wissa Faces Dilemma

While Wissa’s initial goal was to move to a Champions League club—giving Newcastle an edge—the massive salary offer from Al-Nassr is reportedly turning heads in the striker’s camp.

Arsenal and Nottingham Forest have also shown interest, but no formal bids have matched Brentford’s valuation so far.

Strong 2023/24 Season Increases Wissa’s Value

In the 2023/24 Premier League campaign, Yoane Wissa featured in 37 matches and scored 12 goals, impressing with his explosive pace, work rate, and attacking versatility. His performances have placed him among the most in-demand forwards on the market this summer.

A final decision is expected within days, as Brentford pushes to finalize the deal before the international transfer window closes.