Andrews said he would like Wissa to be part of the squad but added it is "very hard to know" what will happen in relation to his future.

Newcastle United's pursuit of Brentford star Yoane Wissa has been dealt a blow, according to a recent report. The Magpies have been rumoured to be keen on securing Wissa's services this summer as they aim to bolster their attacking line-up, especially in light of Callum Wilson's exit and the uncertainty surrounding Alexander Isak's future.

Brentford have already added one new attacker in Dango Ouattara, who joined from Bournemouth for a club-record £42.5m fee. The Burkina Faso international can play on either side or as a number nine and is viewed as a replacement for Bryan Mbeumo.

Brentford manager Keith Andrews says striker Yoane Wissa will not be included in the squad for the team’s opening Premier League game against Nottingham Forest on Sunday amid uncertainty over his future at the London club.

Brentford are closing in on a £42.5million deal for Bournemouth forward Dango Ouattara, talkSPORT understands. A club-to-club agreement is expected imminently, and Ouattara is keen on the move

Wissa was the apex predator of the penalty box in the Premier League, as his movement, anticipation etc - as well as Brentford's style of play - saw him take by far the highest-quality chances on average in the league.

His current contract at Brentford will expire next summer, which could open the door for the Reds to sign him on the cheap in this transfer period. NOTTINGHAM, ENGLAND – MAY 01: Yoane Wissa of Brentford celebrates scoring his team’s second goal during the Premier League match between Nottingham Forest FC and Brentford FC at City Ground on May 01,