‘Brentford ready to accept £50m Tottenham bid for top star deal
Thomas Frank Eyes Reunion With Yoane Wissa as Tottenham’s Transfer Focus Intensifies
Tottenham Hotspur could be on the verge of bringing another Premier League-proven attacker to North London, with reports suggesting that Yoane Wissa of Brentford is now firmly on the club’s radar. In what would be a potential reunion, Spurs boss Thomas Frank is eyeing a move for the 28-year-old forward he once nurtured into a consistent top-flight performer during their time together at the Gtech Community Stadium.
Frank, who recently took the reins at Tottenham, has been known for his ability to get the very best out of his players. During his successful tenure at Brentford, the Danish tactician was credited with unlocking the potential of several under-the-radar talents. Among those was Wissa, a dynamic DR Congo international, whose combination of speed, finishing ability, and relentless work ethic made him a fan favorite in West London.
Wissa was part of a formidable Brentford front line that also featured Cameroonian winger Bryan Mbeumo—another player who has reportedly caught Tottenham’s attention. However, Mbeumo now appears to be closing in on a move to Manchester United, leaving the Lilywhites with the opportunity to shift their focus toward Wissa.
With the summer transfer window now in full swing, Tottenham have already made a bold statement by completing the high-profile signing of Mohammed Kudus from London rivals West Ham United. Kudus, a versatile and technically gifted attacker, has brought a wave of optimism to the Spurs fanbase. The potential addition of Wissa could further elevate that excitement and bolster Tottenham’s attacking depth ahead of a crucial campaign that includes both domestic and European ambitions.
The question now turns to how much Brentford would demand for their forward. With Mbeumo seemingly on his way out, the Bees may be reluctant to lose another key player in the same window—especially one so vital to their attack. Nonetheless, former Brentford manager Martin Allen believes that Wissa won’t come cheap.
Speaking in an interview with Tottenham News, Allen said:
> “Wissa scores goals and contributes defensively. He’s got a great attitude, so it’s no surprise Thomas Frank wants to bring him to Tottenham. What would the fee be? For me, it has to be at least £50 million. Players who score goals and win games are incredibly valuable—those players are gold dust. He does exactly that for Brentford, and they’ll demand £50 million at the very minimum.”
Allen also noted that any deal for Wissa could include performance-related add-ons, especially if Tottenham qualify for the Champions League or achieve other milestones under Frank’s leadership.
> “They’ve got to put a premium on him,” Allen added. “If Spurs make the Champions League or hit other success metrics, those add-ons could significantly increase the total cost.”
The idea of spending £50 million on Wissa may initially raise eyebrows, but when framed against Spurs’ evolving transfer strategy, it begins to make more sense. Under Frank, Tottenham appear to be targeting players who are already adapted to the intensity and demands of the Premier League. Kudus fits that bill, and Nottingham Forest’s Morgan Gibbs-White is another name reportedly being pursued by the club—though that deal has stalled amid growing tensions between the two sides.
Should negotiations for Gibbs-White continue to falter, particularly with Forest reportedly angry over Tottenham’s approach, the case for turning attention fully to Wissa becomes even stronger. Not only does Wissa bring goals and experience, but he also has a strong working relationship with Frank, who knows exactly how to deploy him effectively within a tactical system.
For Spurs chairman Daniel Levy and his recruitment team, Wissa could represent a smart, impactful investment—especially as the club looks to push for Champions League qualification and make a deeper impression in domestic competitions. His ability to press from the front, track back, and pop up with crucial goals could be exactly what Spurs need to maintain their upward trajectory under Frank’s new regime.
As the summer window unfolds and the weeks tick down, a move for Wissa could gather serious momentum—particularly if Brentford are willing to engage in discussions. For now, Spurs fans will be watching closely, hopeful that another exciting addition is on the horizon to help usher in a new and ambitious chapter for the club.