TBR Football can exclusively confirm the latest around Nottingham Forest’s interest in Brentford forward Yoane Wissa amid interest from Tottenham Hotspur.
The Reds are set to lose two key players this summer, with Anthony Elanga joining Newcastle United and Morgan Gibbs-White heading to Tottenham.
TBR Football has revealed how Forest have been left frustrated by the Gibbs-White situation, as they were firmly planning with him for next season.
However, Forest are now in a position to reinvest the money they’ve earned, and Wissa is firmly in their sights – although it may not be a straightforward deal.
Nottingham Forest still in Yoane Wissa talks despite Brentford rejecting bid
TBR Football chief correspondent Graeme Bailey has confirmed that Nottingham Forest have rekindled their interest in Yoane Wissa in the wake of losing Anthony Elanga and Morgan Gibbs-White.
However, Brentford insist they want £50million for the DR Congo international.
Forest have made an offer of £25million but it was dismissed out of hand, though the Reds remain in talks over Wissa.
Newcastle United are also keen on the Brentford ace, and Tottenham are also firmly in the conversation, as we previously revealed.
We understand Thomas Frank wants Wissa to operate as a central striker.
“Wissa’s situation is complex,” Bailey exclusively told TBR Football.
“Brentford don’t want to sell – Bryan Mbeumo is leaving, but he has just a year left on his deal.
“Interest is now mounting, but I am told this might be a tough deal to do.”
What Yoane Wissa could bring to Nottingham Forest
Wissa has gone from strength to strength at Brentford since his move from Lorient in 2021, going on to register 49 goals and 13 assists from 149 outings.
The 28-year-old is a versatile forward who boasts impressive pace and power, and was among the most clinical finishers in the league last season.
Wissa has earned plenty of plaudits over his time at Brentford, with Frank previously saying he is capable of “magic moments” (Northern Echo).
Wissa could be comfortable as the lone striker in Forest’s 4-2-3-1, or he could play as a wide forward.