Brentford have turned down a £40 million offer from Newcastle United for striker Yoane Wissa, according to The Athletic.The DR Congo international is a major target for Newcastle as they seek to

After seeing a £25m bid turned down, Newcastle returned with a new proposal of £40m for Wissa - but it was again rejected by Brentford, reports BBC Sport. Wissa is becoming increasingly frustrated over the situation, with the striker eager to move to Tyneside before the market closes on September 1.

Brentford forward Yoane Wissa wants to join Newcastle, who need reinforcement up front, given the current stand-off between the club and star striker Alexander Isak. The Magpies have made their move with an improved £40m bid.