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.

Newcastle were rocked by a statement from Alexander Isak over his future on Tuesday night but have responded by making an improved bid for Brentford's Yoane Wissa

Newcastle have reportedly lodged a bid for Yoane Wissa worth far below what Brentford want to make from their striker, according to a few sources.