Fenerbahce Eyes Newcastle’s Yoane Wissa After Challenging Tyneside Start
Fenerbahçe are monitoring Newcastle forward Yoane Wissa, sources told Filmogaz.com. The DR Congo international has struggled since arriving on Tyneside.
Background on the transfer and injury
Wissa joined Newcastle last summer from Brentford in a deal worth up to £55 million. He took the club’s iconic No.9 shirt after Alexander Isak moved to Liverpool.
Days after signing, he suffered a serious knee injury while on international duty. That injury kept him out for about five months and delayed his debut impact.
Form and market movement
Before the move, Wissa scored 19 non-penalty goals for Brentford in the prior season. Since returning in December, he has not regained that level of output.
This season he has managed one Premier League goal. Transfermarkt now places his value near £26 million, down from roughly £36 million.
Fenerbahçe’s interest and fit
Fenerbahce scouts view Wissa as a versatile forward capable of playing centrally and wide. The club sees him as a potential solution for attacking options.
Reports suggest Istanbul officials are weighing loan and permanent options. A loan could provide Wissa a fresh start after his challenging Tyneside start.
Financial and regulatory considerations
Newcastle would likely record a loss if they sold Wissa now. That loss could affect their Profit and Sustainability Rules compliance.
To balance amortisation, the Magpies would reportedly need a fee close to £40 million. That number may be beyond Fenerbahçe’s practical budget for an injured player.
Club stance and possible next steps
Manager Eddie Howe has urged patience, saying the club believes Wissa can still deliver. Newcastle continue to explore attacking reinforcements.
Linked targets include Folarin Balogun. Observers say a short-term loan from Istanbul could suit all parties and ease financial pressure.
