DR Congo forward Yoane Wissa sidelined for up to five weeks with knee injury

Newcastle United have been dealt an early setback with deadline-day signing Yoane Wissa ruled out for four to five weeks after sustaining a knee injury while on international duty with DR Congo.

Initial fears suggested the 29-year-old attacker may have suffered a serious ligament issue, but scans have revealed the damage is less severe than first expected.

While the diagnosis has spared him from the worst-case scenario of an ACL tear, the forward will still miss at least six upcoming matches.

Wissa, who is yet to make his debut for Newcastle since arriving on transfer deadline day, had been looking to make an immediate impact in Eddie Howe’s side.

Instead, the Magpies will now have to wait until after the October international break to see their new signing in action.

The injury comes as a significant blow to Newcastle, who had identified Wissa’s versatility and attacking threat as key assets to bolster their frontline this season.

His absence will reduce attacking options in the short term, though the club will be relieved that the player’s recovery timeframe is relatively short compared to initial concerns.

For Wissa, the focus now shifts to rehabilitation with the aim of returning fully fit after the international window.

Both club and country will be eager to see the forward back on the pitch, with Newcastle awaiting his debut and DR Congo counting on his contributions in upcoming fixtures.

🚨 Yoane Wissa has been ruled out for at least next 4-5 weeks with a knee injury.
🇨🇩 The DR Congo attacker sustained the injury while on international duty, but it’s not as bad as first feared — following a scan.
⚫️ The 29-year-old is hoping to be back after the next… pic.twitter.com/2Z1iyQVU13

— Keith Downie (@SkySports_Keith) September 13, 2025