Newcastle might not be finished on deadline day after Yoane Wissa – Mark Douglas

The air on Tyneside is thick with a mix of anticipation and frantic energy as the transfer deadline day reaches its final hours. In a stunning turn of events, Newcastle United are on the verge of completing a major piece of business, swiftly moving to replace the departing Alexander Isak with Brentford’s Yoane Wissa.

The dynamic forward is already on site at the club’s training ground, undergoing his medical after the two clubs agreed on a deal worth around £55 million.

This move represents a significant moment for the Magpies, demonstrating their ability to act decisively even as one of their biggest stars heads for the exit.

This has positioned Newcastle at the very center of the day’s drama, involved in two of the window’s most high-profile transfers.

While the record-breaking sale of Isak to Liverpool for £125 million will understandably dominate the headlines, the immediate acquisition of Wissa is arguably just as crucial for the club’s immediate future.

It shows a clear and determined plan to reinvest and reload, rather than simply cash in and weaken the squad.

For the fans, the arrival of Wissa brings a huge sense of excitement and relief. The 28-year-old has been a long-term target throughout the summer, and his desire to join the project on Tyneside has never been in doubt.

After seeing two previous bids rejected, finally getting this deal over the line feels like a massive victory. Wissa brings proven Premier League quality, a keen eye for goal, and a versatility that will allow him to slot seamlessly into Eddie Howe’s attacking system. He is not just a replacement; he is a statement of intent.

But the work might not be done there. According to reports, even as the final details of the Wissa transfer are being finalized, the club’s decision-makers are still “working on other things” before the 7 pm cutoff.

This tantalizing piece of information has sparked a fresh wave of speculation. This late activity could involve further additions to the squad or could be focused on organizing a few departures.

In terms of potential outgoings, young striker Will Osula has been linked with a move away to gain more regular first-team football.

Furthermore, promising youngsters like Harrison Ashby and Trevan Sanusi could be headed out on loan deals to continue their development with more playing time elsewhere.

There is also the intriguing possibility of one more incoming signing, particularly in the center of midfield. Earlier in the window, the club was heavily linked with a move for Inter Milan’s Davide Frattesi, with discussions reportedly centering around a potential loan deal.

While the urgency to sign a new midfielder has lessened somewhat with the news that the injuries to Sandro Tonali and Joelinton are not as serious as first feared, a surprise move for a player of Frattesi’s caliber cannot be completely ruled out.

Pulling off such a deal in the final hours would be a spectacular coup, though it remains a long shot.

Regardless of what happens in these final moments, Newcastle fans can already reflect on what has been a tremendously successful and ambitious transfer window.

The signing of Nick Woltemade broke the club’s transfer record, and now the swift securing of Yoane Wissa ensures the team is not left weakened by the sale of a superstar.

The squad looks deeper, more balanced, and ready to compete on all fronts. If the club manages to pull off one more surprise before the window slams shut, it will be the perfect ending to a summer that has truly reignited the belief and ambition on Tyneside.