Brentford FC has been rocked by an explosive public statement from their star forward Yoane Wissa, launching a furious attack on the club's hierarchy just hours after the summer transfer window slammed shut.
The DR Congo international has accused the West London club of breaking concrete promises to consider serious offers for his services, instead allegedly attempting to push him out of the door against his will in a chaotic final day of the window.
A Statement That Shook West London
In a move almost unprecedented in modern football, Wissa bypassed traditional club channels to release a direct and damning indictment of Brentford's transfer dealings concerning his future. The statement, published on his social media channels, sent shockwaves through the fanbase and the Premier League.
The core of Wissa's accusation is a claim of bad faith. He asserts that the club's leadership had given him assurances that they would engage with any substantial bids that arrived for him. However, he alleges their actions were the direct opposite.
Promises Made, Promises Broken?
According to the 27-year-old, rather than entertaining offers from interested parties, the club's strategy was to actively seek his sale and pressure him into a move he did not want.
'The club were not considering bids for me, they were trying to force me out,' is understood to be the sentiment of his statement, painting a picture of a complete breakdown in trust between player and club.
Deadline Day Chaos and Fallout
The revelation suggests frantic, last-minute attempts by Brentford to offload one of their key assets, a move that has left the player feeling deeply disillusioned. This public airing of grievances creates a significant management problem for manager Thomas Frank and the Bees' board.
Wissa, a crucial part of Brentford's attack since joining from Lorient in 2021, is now left in a state of limbo. Having believed he would have a say in his future, he faces the prospect of staying at a club he feels has profoundly disrespected him.
The fallout from this bombshell is likely to be immense, raising serious questions about the club's internal communication and transfer strategy, and potentially destabilising the squad as the new Premier League season continues.
