Dango Ouattara to Brentford, Yoane Wissa closer than ever to Newcastle? | OneFootball

Brentford bets on Ouattara as Yoane Wissa's replacement.

Dango Ouattara to Brentford, Yoane Wissa closer than ever to Newcastle?

Brentford and Bournemouth have reached an agreement for the transfer of Dango Ouattara. The Burkinabé winger will join the Bees for €40 million plus bonuses. The arrival of the Burkinabé winger is expected to pave the way for Yoane Wissa's move to Newcastle.

Dango Ouattara is set to become the most expensive signing in Brentford's history. The Bees have agreed terms with Bournemouth to sign the Burkinabé attacking midfielder for €40 million plus add-ons. The 23-year-old has already been given the green light to undergo his medical this Thursday.

Is Brentford finally ready to let Yoane Wissa go?

This signing clears the way for the long-anticipated departure of Yoane Wissa. The 28-year-old Congolese forward has been pushing for a move to Newcastle for several weeks. The Magpies remain keen and are expected to submit a new offer after their initial bid of £25 million was rejected. Brentford manager Keith Andrews has confirmed Wissa's absence for the season opener against Nottingham Forest.

Newcastle are looking to bolster their attacking ranks and see Wissa as the ideal profile to add depth to their frontline. Negotiations are ongoing between the two English clubs, with hopes of a swift resolution before the transfer window closes. Ouattara's arrival allows Thomas Frank to calmly plan for the post-Wissa era. The Danish manager is bringing in a versatile winger capable of playing on either flank or as a false nine—a major asset in the Bees' tactical setup.