Newcastle have confirmed the £55 million signing of winger Anthony Elanga from Nottingham Forest.
The 23-year-old Swedish worldwide turns into the most recent addition to Eddie Howe’s squad because the Magpies gear up for his or her Champions League marketing campaign, having secured a fifth-place end within the Premier League final season.
Elanga loved a formidable 2024-25 season beneath Nuno Espirito Santo at Forest, registering six targets and 11 assists throughout all competitions.
His arrival is predicted to strengthen Newcastle’s attacking depth forward of a busy schedule each domestically and in Europe.
“I’m delighted to welcome Anthony to Newcastle United,” head coach Eddie Howe informed the membership’s official web site.
“He has been a key goal for us so I’m delighted to safe him at this early a part of pre-season. He’s an thrilling expertise with attributes that make him a singular attacking menace. His tempo, vitality and skill to create and rating targets will strengthen us and complement the best way we need to play.”
Elanga, who impressed throughout his two years at Forest, additionally expressed his pleasure at becoming a member of the Magpies.
“I’m able to placed on this black and white prime to essentially combat for this workforce and provides every part for the passionate fanbase that lives and breathes soccer.
“I had an incredible two years at Nottingham Forest, they actually helped me to turn out to be the participant I’m in the present day, however I’m actually joyful to be right here now.
“The membership gained a trophy final season and are constructing one thing distinctive, one thing particular that I actually need to be a part of.
“I actually need to purchase into the tradition, into the DNA of this membership. I’m actually joyful to be right here and I can’t wait to get began.”
Elanga signed for Forest in 2023 from Manchester United for a reported charge of £15 million, penning a five-year deal.
He initially joined United’s academy at age 12 and made 55 senior appearances for the Pink Devils earlier than his transfer to the Metropolis Floor.
Whereas Forest had hoped to retain the 23-year-old, they finally accepted Newcastle’s supply.
Sammy has some recommendation for a brand new native, Anthony Elanga! 😍 pic.twitter.com/j9TQS0FVwl
— Newcastle United (@NUFC) July 11, 2025
