Wissa reveals ‘leader’ message from new Newcastle manager Jaissle

Yoane Wissa has revealed that new Newcastle manager Matthias Jaissle wants him to be a leader for the team. Wissa delivered a standout performance during Newcastle's 2-2 draw against Liverpool at St James' Park, which marked the club's first fixture of the Premier League season. The DR Congo international, who had a challenging debut season after joining Newcastle from Brentford for £55 million in 2025, scored a single Premier League goal during the campaign.

However, Wissa appeared to be back to his best during the opening weekend and expressed his happiness with Jaissle. He described Jaissle as "young, with a lot of energy," and stated that he is optimistic about the new manager's impact on the team. Wissa emphasized that his role as a leader is crucial, as Jaissle expects him to win balls, motivate the team to advance forward, seize opportunities, and maintain high energy levels.