Newcastle have announced the signing of Yoane Wissa from Brentford in a deal worth £55million.
The DR Congo striker has been pushing to leave West London all summer, but saw his path to Tyneside blocked by Brentford.
Despite only having one year left on his contract, the Bees were holding out for a fee near £60m after losing Bryan Mbeumo in the same window.
But after recording the sale of Alexander Isak for £125m to Liverpool on deadline day, Newcastle were able to get a deal done for the forward target.
Speaking to the Newcastle club website, Wissa opened up on the move: : “I’m really happy to be here and to sign for one of the biggest clubs in the Premier League.
“I’m very, very excited to put on the black and white shirt. I’ve got dreams, I’ve got faith and now I will do my best to make it all happen. I can’t wait to get started.”
Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe added: “Yoane is a player who we have admired for some time and we’re delighted to have him on board.
“He brings proven Premier League quality, demonstrated not only by his goalscoring output but also the crucial work he does for the team.
“Yoane’s style of play will excite our supporters and complement our style of play – he has pace, power and an excellent work rate. He immediately makes us stronger.”
