Congolese forward Yoane Wissa issues statement making it clear he wants to leave Brentford this summer

Congolese attacker Yoane Wissa has made it clear he wants to leave Brentford before the summer transfer window shuts.

The attacker has been the subject of various transfer speculations in the last couple of months.

Although Newcastle United have pushed to secure his services, a deal has not been reached, reportedly due to the huge demands of Brentford as far as a transfer fee is concerned.

Yoane Wissa, who is eager to join Newcastle United, has now issued a statement, asking to be allowed to leave.

“Over the past few weeks, there has been increased speculation about my future at Brentford Football Club. As a result, I wanted to speak directly and honestly about exactly where things stand.

“I have stayed silent for much of the summer, but with just hours remaining of the transfer window I feel compelled make it clear that I want to leave Brentford. I believe the club are unduly standing in my way despite a series of fair offers throughout the summer,” Yoane Wissa said in his statement.

He continued, “I have always given 100 percent for Brentford since the day I signed back in 2021. I am proud of what we have built together and have never taken the opportunity to play for the club for granted.

“Brentford fans will always have a special place in my heart. And I have always conducted myself professionally, both on and off the pitch. It has been a privilege to wear this shirt for 149 games and celebrate 49 goals.

“Earlier this summer, I held open discussions with the club’s senior management, including key directors and the new head coach. I made clear my intention to explore a new challenge.”

The forward insists that he does not want to leave on bad terms and hopes the club allows him to leave before the window shuts on September 1.