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Newcastle United Secure £55m Anthony Elanga Signing from Nottingham Forest

Newcastle United Secure £55m Anthony Elanga Signing from Nottingham Forest

Newcastle United Land Anthony Elanga in £55m Transfer from Nottingham Forest

It’s a transfer window twist that’s got everyone at St James’ Park buzzing: Newcastle United have finally clinched a deal for Nottingham Forest’s Anthony Elanga, agreeing to a £55 million fee for the electric Swedish winger. After weeks of hectic negotiations and a summer spent chasing attacking reinforcements, Newcastle fans now have a fresh face to get excited about—and it’s one with serious Premier League experience.

Elanga, just 23, comes off a breakout campaign with Forest that’s changed how people see him. Last season, he racked up six goals and eleven assists in 38 league games, offering a lifeline for Forest when it looked like relgation worries could take over. What’s most impressive? He made the switch to Forest only last year for £15 million after coming through Manchester United’s academy, but in his debut campaign, his market value nearly quadrupled. Now, with a five-year contract on the table, Elanga is on the brink of joining a Newcastle side hungry for greater heights—especially with Champions League football returning to Tyneside.

Newcastle had their eye on Elanga for a while. Last summer, their initial offer of £50 million didn’t make the cut for Forest, who, after a strong year from their winger, pushed expectations up to £60 million. This time around, Newcastle started talks early, and while Aston Villa also showed interest, it was the Magpies’ persistence that paid off. It helps that Eddie Howe, Newcastle’s manager, made it clear he sees Elanga as the spark to energize an attack that can sometimes look predictable and short on variety.

So why did Newcastle push so hard? Champions League nights are grueling and packed, and last season showed that squad depth can be the difference between a memorable campaign and a burnout. Through this deal, Newcastle have made their first major spend of the summer—their only previous addition being 18-year-old Antonio Cordero, snapped up from Malaga for nothing. For Newcastle’s ownership, this isn’t just a signing; it’s a statement that the club means business in both England and Europe.

Elanga’s Meteoric Rise and Manchester United’s Windfall

For Nottingham Forest, it’s bittersweet. Elanga’s flair and direct style were crucial as he rapidly adapted to Nuno Espirito Santo’s game plan, helping the team steer clear of the drop zone and finish solidly mid-table. But with clubs circling and Premier League revenue pressures mounting, cashing in at quadruple his arrival price was hard to resist—especially when Manchester United are guaranteed a slice of the profit, thanks to a sell-on clause written in when Elanga left Old Trafford.

Newcastle didn’t put all their eggs in one basket. PSV’s Johan Bakayoko, Dortmund’s Karim Adeyemi, and West Ham’s Mohammed Kudus were alternatives under consideration, but Elanga ticked the right boxes: Premier League tested, versatile, and still young enough for long-term growth. This fits Eddie Howe’s blueprint of building a team that can handle the stress of battling for Champions League spots while maintaining domestic momentum.

As he prepares for his medical and the signature moment, Elanga’s move turns the page on what was, in hindsight, a perfect stepping-field from Manchester United fringe player to headline act at Forest, and now potentially one of Newcastle’s central attacking threats. Fans can expect a winger who’s fearless with the ball at his feet, quick to transition, and always eager to charge at defenders—traits that could reshape Newcastle’s approach against Europe’s best next season.

Now the focus shifts to how quickly Elanga can settle on Tyneside and whether Eddie Howe can integrate him into an attacking unit already stacked with ambition. One thing’s certain—the Premier League just got a little more unpredictable.

Jul 8, 2025
SIYABONGA SOKHELA
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Aileen Amor
July 9, 2025 AT 11:44

This is HUGE!!! Finally, Newcastle are playing like they mean it!!! Elanga’s got that electric, no-holds-barred energy we’ve been begging for!!! I can already picture him dancing past defenders in the Champions League!!! This is the statement we needed!!!
christian lassen
July 9, 2025 AT 15:30

idk man i heard elanga is kinda injury prone? like he’s fast but he breaks down easy? not sure if 55mil is worth it if he’s only gonna miss 8 games a season 😅
Jack Fiore
July 9, 2025 AT 19:45

The valuation is actually quite rational when you consider the sell-on clause to Manchester United. Elanga’s market value increased by 266% in one season, which is statistically rare. Most wingers peak around 25-26, so signing him at 23 with a five-year contract locks in a 60% ROI if he maintains performance. Also, his xG per 90 is 0.48, which is top 15 in the Premier League among wide players. This isn’t hype-it’s data.
Antony Delagarza
July 10, 2025 AT 12:51

55 million? Yeah right. This is all just a distraction. The club’s been bought by a Saudi group that’s laundering money through football. They’re not building a team-they’re buying trophies. Elanga? He’s just a pawn. Wait till the next transfer window when they ‘accidentally’ buy a 38-year-old Moroccan midfielder who’s never played outside of the second division.
Murray Hill
July 10, 2025 AT 23:38

You know, in Canada we don’t pay that much for players unless they’re like, the next Messi. But I guess in England, if you can run fast and not get tackled, you’re worth a small country’s GDP. Feels like football’s become a numbers game, not a game of heart.
Bruce Wallwin
July 11, 2025 AT 01:35

55M? Overpaid. We should’ve signed Bakayoko. He’s got better dribbling. And Adeyemi’s cheaper. And Kudus? He’s already proven in Europe. This is just vanity. Eddie Howe doesn’t know what he’s doing.
Letetia Mullenix
July 11, 2025 AT 17:58

i hope he settles in well... i know it’s a lot to move countries and leagues like that. hope the fans are nice to him. he seems like a quiet guy in interviews
Morgan Skinner
July 12, 2025 AT 01:42

This is exactly the kind of signing that rebuilds a club’s identity. Elanga isn’t just a player-he’s a symbol. A young man who came from United’s academy, survived obscurity, thrived under pressure, and now gets to shine on the biggest stage. That’s the story football needs. Not just goals, but growth. Not just money, but meaning.
Rachel Marr
July 12, 2025 AT 06:55

I’m so excited for him! He’s got that kind of quiet confidence that just makes you believe he’s going to do great things. I hope the coaching staff gives him space to grow-this is going to be a beautiful journey to watch.
Kasey Lexenstar
July 12, 2025 AT 10:43

Ah yes. Another overpriced winger. Let’s just ignore the fact that 70% of these signings flop within two years. We’re not building a team-we’re buying Instagram followers. And somehow, everyone’s pretending this is football wisdom.
Trevor Mahoney
July 12, 2025 AT 20:33

You ever notice how every big transfer is announced right after the Premier League releases their financial reports? Coincidence? I think not. The clubs are using these signings to inflate asset values on paper so they can get better TV deals. Elanga’s not a player-he’s a spreadsheet entry. And the fans? They’re the ones paying for it with ticket prices and merch. They’re selling us hope as a subscription service.
Jitendra Patil
July 13, 2025 AT 14:58

India has produced 100x better footballers than this guy and you’re spending 55 million on a Swede who barely scored 6 goals? This is why European football is in decline. No discipline. No structure. Just flashy runs and empty stats. We could’ve bought 500 young Indian academy players for this price and built a dynasty.
Michelle Kaltenberg
July 14, 2025 AT 12:27

I must say, this signing is a disgrace to the sanctity of sport. We are witnessing the commodification of athletic talent at an obscene level. Where is the dignity? Where is the soul? This is not sport-it is corporate theater. And the fans? They are mere consumers in a grotesque spectacle of financial excess.
Jared Ferreira
July 14, 2025 AT 21:21

I like that they didn’t just go for the flashiest name. Elanga’s got real potential. He’s not a superstar yet, but he’s got the work ethic. That’s what you want-someone who’ll improve with the team, not just ride on the hype.
Kurt Simonsen
July 15, 2025 AT 13:09

55M? 😂😂😂 This is why football is a joke. Elanga’s not even top 5 in his own league. Someone’s getting rich off this deal. And the fans? They’re the suckers who buy the jerseys. 🤡⚽
Shelby Mitchell
July 16, 2025 AT 06:59

Elanga’s got speed. That’s it. Hope he learns to pass.
mona panda
July 16, 2025 AT 21:39

why spend this much? there are so many better options out there. this feels like panic buying. they didn’t even fix the defense first.
Evangeline Ronson
July 17, 2025 AT 20:22

There’s something beautiful about watching a player grow from the shadows of a big club into a leader at another. Elanga’s journey-from United’s reserves to Forest’s lifeline, now to Newcastle’s future-isn’t just about transfer fees. It’s about resilience. About finding your place when no one’s watching. That’s what makes football matter.
Cate Shaner
July 18, 2025 AT 03:05

Let’s be real: Elanga’s xA is inflated because Forest played 4-4-2 with zero midfield structure. He’s a glorified winger with 11 assists from crosses. This is a classic case of misattributed value. The real gem here is the sell-on clause-Man Utd just made 18M off a player they gave away for free. Classic.
Thomas Capriola
July 18, 2025 AT 20:38

You’re all delusional. This signing is a disaster. He’s not a playmaker. He’s not a finisher. He’s a guy who runs fast and gets tackled. This is the kind of move that gets managers fired. Mark my words.
Jack Fiore
July 19, 2025 AT 05:40

To the guy who said Elanga’s injury-prone: his minutes per injury in the last two seasons are 1,200+ per incident. That’s better than 90% of Premier League wingers. And his sprint frequency per 90 is 27.4-top 5 in the league. This isn’t a gamble. It’s a calculated upgrade.