Sources: Newcastle ready to seal ‘big-name signing,’ they must offload struggling star first

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(Credit: Imago) Wed 3 June 2026 15:39, UK Newcastle United are ready to sign off on a “big-name signing” once they can get striker Yoane Wissa off their wage bill this summer, sources have told Football Insider. Gordon’s departure has also strengthened the Tynesiders’ desire to add a new striker to their ranks even further, but sources say that a deal will only take place once Wissa has been moved on.

Newcastle’s transfer plans have been made harder by the fact that they do not have Champions League football on offer in 2026-27, but they are still hopeful of securing some of their top targets. 🔄 Newcastle Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on deals in progress, signings, departures, and contract news from the Newcastle United boardroom. VISIT THE NEWCASTLE TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Who is on Newcastle’s striker shortlist at the moment?Newcastle know that they need a big addition if they are to replace the quality that Gordon provided in the final third, and they have already set their sights on some potentially marquee signings.

What progress has been made on Yoane Wissa sale?Former Everton chief executive Keith Wyness told Football Insider at the start of May that Newcastle are ready to take a loss on Wissa this summer, rather than holding out for anything close to the £55m that they paid for him. That would mean Newcastle taking a hit of over £30m on their initial outlay, but that looks set to be a necessary evil if they truly want to get him out the door.