Newcastle step up Benjamin Sesko pursuit as big Yoane Wissa transfer hurdle emerges

Newcastle United are reportedly stepping up their pursuit of Benjamin Sesko but a sizeable Yoane Wissa transfer hurdle has emerged.

  • Newcastle step up Sesko pursuit
  • Wissa transfer hurdle emerges
  • Isak seeks Magpies exit

Newcastle step up Benjamin Sesko pursuit as big Yoane Wissa transfer hurdle emergesNewcastle step up Benjamin Sesko pursuit as big Yoane Wissa transfer hurdle emergesNewcastle step up Benjamin Sesko pursuit as big Yoane Wissa transfer hurdle emerges

According to Sky Sports , Newcastle have entered into talks with Sesko’s agent about a move for the striker but contrary to reports, no verbal agreement has been struck with the 22-year-old. Elsewhere, The I claims that won’t sell Magpies target Wissa for any price unless they can find a replacement for the forward.

Newcastle have been left rocked by the news that star striker Alexander Isak wants to leave the club this summer. As a result, Sesko and Wissa have been targeted as potential replacements. The former is said to be available for around €80 million (£69.5m) while the latter could be bought for approximately £30m ($40m). Considering Isak has a £150m ($201m) valuation, Newcastle won’t be short of funds if the Swede is sold amid links.

Brentford, who have reportedly targeted ‘s Daizen Maeda as a possible Wissa replacement, will not be keen on losing Wissa after selling Bryan Mbeumo to Manchester . Incidentally, the DR Congo international scored 19 goals last season, while Sesko bagged 21 of his own.

It remains to be seen if Newcastle will be able to land either of Sesko or Wissa before the new season starts. Their arrivals are likely to be contingent on an Isak transfer departure, however.