Brentford have turned down Nottingham Forest’s initial offer of £20 million for forward Yoane Wissa, signaling their reluctance to part ways with the versatile attacker during the January transfer window.
The 28-year-old forward, a long-term target for Forest, has been on the club’s radar since last summer.
Despite the rejection, Nottingham Forest are expected to persist in their pursuit, potentially returning with an improved bid before the transfer window closes in two weeks.
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Wissa, who joined Brentford from Lorient in 2021 for just £8 million, has developed into a crucial player for the Bees.
His ability to perform as a winger or a lone striker makes him a valuable asset. Any sale this month would mark a significant profit for Brentford, but the club appears focused on retaining the Congolese international, especially given his importance to their attacking setup.
With less than 18 months remaining on his current contract, Brentford hold the option to extend Wissa’s deal by an additional year, further strengthening their negotiating position.
Wissa’s contributions have been instrumental for Brentford this season. His recent goal in the 2-2 draw against Manchester City elevated him above Ivan Toney as the club’s all-time leading Premier League scorer, with 37 goals to his name.
Nottingham Forest’s determination to land Wissa could lead to further developments, but Brentford’s firm stance suggests any deal would require a significantly higher offer to materialize.
This story continues to unfold, with the transfer window offering potential twists as Forest aim to bolster their attacking options.
