Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr set to pour more transfer misery on Newcastle and move for £40m target

Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr are reportedly threatening to beat Newcastle United to a £40 million-rated target.

• Newcastle had wretched summer
• Linked with £40m forward
• Al-Nassr join transfer race

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  According to L’Équipe, Al-Nassr are reportedly eyeing Brentford forward Yoane Wissa and are ready to match the Premier League side's valuation for the 28-year-old. Tottenham, Newcastle, and Saudi Pro League team Neom SC have been linked with the Bees star, who is unlikely to leave for less than £40m ($53.7m). 

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  Newcastle fans have been rocked by the news that star striker Alexander Isak wants to leave, his potential replacement, Benjamin Sesko, is nearing a Manchester United move, and long-term goalkeeper target James Trafford joined Manchester City instead of them. If they missed out on Wissa as well, they would be much more vulnerable heading into the new season. 

• DID YOU KNOW?

  Since Brentford signed Wissa from Lorient for around €10m in 2021, the DR Congo international has scored 49 goals in 149 appearances for the west London outfit – 20 of which came last season. Although he only has one year left on his contract, the Bees are demanding a big fee for his services. 

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  WHAT NEXT?

  It is not yet certain whether or not Wissa, who left Brentford's Portugal pre-season camp early as he tried to secure a transfer exit, will still be at the Bees heading into the new season or if Newcastle, or a rival suitor, will secure his signature.