Newcastle make improved £40m bid for striker Wissa

Newcastle United Newcastle have reopened talks with Brentford over an improved £40m deal for striker Yoane Wissa.

Following an impasse in talks that has threatened the deal, both clubs are now in direct talks – with Newcastle proposing a £35m initial fee plus a further £5m in add-ons.

The Magpies’ previous bid for the 28-year-old was worth up to £30m.

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It is understood Wissa held talks with Brentford’s owner Matthew Benham on Tuesday, a development that prompted today’s discussions.

Earlier this week, Wissa removed all association with Brentford from his Instagram account, external as his future took a fresh twist.

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