Newcastle have confirmed the £55 million signing of winger Anthony Elanga from Nottingham Forest.
The 23-year-old Swedish worldwide turns into the newest 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 powerful 2024-25 season below Nuno Espirito Santo at Forest, registering six objectives and 11 assists throughout all competitions.
His arrival is anticipated 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 instructed 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 novel attacking risk. His tempo, power and skill to create and rating objectives will strengthen us and complement the way in which 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 actually combat for this workforce and provides all the pieces for the passionate fanbase that lives and breathes soccer.
“I had a tremendous two years at Nottingham Forest, they actually helped me to develop into the participant I’m at present, however I’m actually blissful 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 blissful to be right here and I can’t wait to get began.”
Elanga signed for Forest in 2023 from Manchester United for a reported payment 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 in the end 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
