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The Magpies have reportedly agreed to a £52m deal for the 23-year-old Swedish forward.
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Swedish forward Anthony Elanga completed his switch to Premier League side Newcastle United from Nottingham Forest on Saturday.
The Magpies have reportedly agreed to a £52m deal for the 23-year-old former Manchester United player.
Welcome to Newcastle, Anthony! ⚡️We have completed the signing of winger Anthony Elanga from Nottingham Forest on a long-term deal. pic.twitter.com/AkLUEPE5Qg
— Newcastle United (@NUFC) July 11, 2025
Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe extended a warm reception to the winger as the English manager revealed that the forwards was a key part of their summer transfer window.
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“I’m delighted to welcome Anthony to Newcastle,” Howe said.
“He has been a key target for us so I’m delighted to secure him at this early part of pre-season,” the 47-year-old added.
“He is an exciting talent with attributes that make him a unique attacking threat,” Howe continued.
“His pace, energy and ability to create and score goals will strengthen us and complement the way we want to play,” the Newcastle gaffer stated.
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Elanga, who was bought by Nottingham in the year 2023 from Manchester United for a price of £15million, went on to shine under the watchful eye of Nuno Espirito Santo at Forest.
“I’m excited, I’m really happy but most importantly I’m ready,” Elanga said following the completion of the move.
“I’m ready to put on this black-and-white top to really fight for this team and give everything for the passionate fanbase that lives and breathes football,” the Swede added.
“I had an amazing two years at Nottingham Forest, they really helped me to become the player I am today, but I’m really happy to be here now,” he said.
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