Yoane Wissa, recently signed by Newcastle United, faced a life-threatening acid attack in July 2021, just before moving to Brentford. The attack, which targeted him at home and aimed to kidnap his daughter, resulted in an 18-year prison sentence for the assailant. Despite the trauma, Wissa’s determination to succeed shone through, as expressed by his former manager and teammate. After a tumultuous bid to leave Brentford, where he removed associations with the club on social media, he secured a £55m transfer to Newcastle. Though some Brentford fans may feel his legacy is tainted due to his exit, Newcastle’s coach views Wissa’s desperation to join the club as a positive factor. His impressive performance last season, scoring the most non-penalty goals in the Premier League, solidifies his value as he aims to adapt to his new role as Newcastle’s number nine.