Stefan Borson: Tottenham could hijack Newcastle deal - ‘All of a sudden’
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James Murray
Tue 26 August 2025 7:00, UK
Tottenham could hijack Newcastle United’s deal to sign Yoane Wissa before the transfer window closes on 1 September.
Newcastle have been attempting to sign Wissa throughout the transfer window, having seen an improved £40million bid rejected for his services on Wednesday (20 August).
Speaking exclusively to Football Insider, Borson said: “I think contractually it’s much less likely that Brentford will hold the player than Isak.
“I think Newcastle’s risk on that transaction is that let’s say Spurs get so frustrated by the other deals that have collapsed and just say we’ll pay the £50million or we’ll pay the £60million, whatever the number is, and they’ll just overpay.
I think the player will move, it’s a question of where and whether somebody comes from out of the blue to buy him or whether Newcastle just have a clear run.
“I think if Newcastle have a clear run, they’re just negotiating over £5-10million.
“I just do not see Brentford gambling on holding that player, given the amounts of money at stake.
I don’t think Wissa has any leverage at all in terms of being able to force his way out.”
Eddie Howe is considering his attacking options this summer (Credit: Imago)
In terms of other transfer activity, recruitment expert Mick Brown told Football Insider Goncalo Ramos wants to join Newcastle this summer after scouts have been tracking his recent performances.