Brentford have raised their asking price for Yoane Wissa as Newcastle United aim to replace Alexander Isak who wants a move to Liverpool this summer.

Andrews said he would like Wissa to be part of the squad but added it is "very hard to know" what will happen in relation to his future.

Brentford manager Keith Andrews says striker Yoane Wissa will not be included in the squad for the team’s opening Premier League game against Nottingham Forest on Sunday amid uncertainty over his future at the London club.

Brentford forward Yoane Wissa will not play for the club in their Premier League opener at Nottingham Forest on Sunday amid doubts over his future at the club.

Newcastle United's pursuit of Brentford star Yoane Wissa has been dealt a blow, according to a recent report. The Magpies have been rumoured to be keen on securing Wissa's services this summer as they aim to bolster their attacking line-up, especially in light of Callum Wilson's exit and the uncertainty surrounding Alexander Isak's future.

Newcastle turn to fresh attacking options as Wissa deal stalls, with Bayern Munich now rivaling them in the transfer race.

Newcastle are unwilling to pay more than £40m for Brentford striker Yoane Wissa but the Bees have put a £60m price tag on the 28-year-old DR Congo international. (Northern Echo)