Newcastle United are set to sign Anthony Elanga for £55 million (Fabrizio Romano) in an attempt to strengthen the squad ahead of their upcoming Champions League campaign. The forward had thrived for Nottingham Forest in the 2o24/25 season, scoring six and assisting 12 in the league, and unsurprisingly the club had been very unwilling to sell. It now appears that the transfer for the “menace” will go through regardless.
‘Here We Go’: Newcastle United Set to Sign Anthony Elanga for £55 Million
Nottingham Forest’s Unwillingness Ignored
On June 24, Romano had revealed that Newcastle had submitted a £45 million bid for the Swede, but that Forest had rebutted this without a counter-offer. They had “no intention” of selling. However, after missing out on Joao Pedro who signed Chelsea, the Magpies came back with a £55 million bid for their target.
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Romano now breaks the news that this bid has been accepted, with a deal in place, club-to-club. Furthermore, there is an agreement in place with the player’s camp for a long-term deal. The journalist gives his famous “Here We Go” which means that the only thing left in the transfer saga is the player’s medical; this transfer is ready to happen.
David Ornstein, of The Athletic, has now added that the £55 million includes £3 million of bonuses. The player signs on a five-year deal and will complete his medical within 48 hours.
Elanga Completes an Elite Front Three Ready for the Champions League
Their new player will join up with an elite set of teammates across the pitch, but particularly in the frontline. Alexander Isak is the striker and, after other movements in the striker market, looks set to stay despite interest from some of the world’s biggest clubs. He netted an impressive 23 in the league last campaign.
Meanwhile, an England international in Anthony Gordon starts on the left-wing. The 24-year-old has the position locked down despite competing with Harvey Barnes. For right-wing options, Barnes was one, though Jacob Murphy was often the first. Whilst Murphy never failed to surprise with his performances, he isn’t quite of the top-class quality that Eddie Howe will be looking for.
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With Elanga completing the trio, Newcastle have a deadly attack that will be a match for any defence, even in the Champions League next season. The Geordies look to give the competition their best shot after ending a 56-year trophy drought last term by winning the Carabao Cup against Liverpool.
