Brentford attempt to open contract talks with Wissa

Yoane Wissa is believed to prefer a departure from the club this summer despite Brentford’s attempts to strike a deal with him.

The Bees are focused on resolving Wissa’s future with Bryan Mbeumo, who is expected to join Manchester United.

The DR Congo international has strong interest among Newcastle, Tottenham, and Nottingham Forest.

Brentford have begun negotiations to end the 28-year-old’s contract with the club after his 2021 move to West London from French club Lorient.

However, sources have suggested Wissa has no desire to discuss improved terms and has made it clear in private that he wants to look into options elsewhere.

In light of this, Brentford’s future is emerging as a result of his assessment of Wissa.

With Mbeumo turning 29 in September, Brentford’s desire to lose both Mbeumo and Wissa this summer will likely be weighed against the possibility of a depreciating asset, which could cost upwards of £40 million, if not more.

Another factor to consider is that he only has 12 months left on his current contract despite having the option to renew it by another year.

There seems merit in finding a resolution, whether through a sale or a contract renewal, sooner rather than later.

The Gtech Community Stadium has experienced a summer of upheavals: Thomas Frank joined Spurs, Mark Flekken left for Bayer Leverkusen, Christian Norgaard joined Arsenal, and Mbeumo, the current star forward, is preparing to join Old Trafford.

With an unsuccessful £35 million offer to Ipswich for attacker Omari Hutchinson, Brentford have already begun the process of restocking their forward options.

Last season, they watched Bournemouth forward Dango Ouattara closely.