This is the first time Newcastle has been quite noisy in the transfer market since the summer of 2023. A week ago, Newcastle reached an agreement with Nottingham Forest on the transfer of Anthony Elanga for a fee of up to 55 million pounds.
Elanga waiting to officially join Newcastle
Although there are still some details to be agreed, the deal has been agreed between Newcastle and Nottingham Forest. Elanga will arrive on Tyneside in the next few days for a medical and to officially join the St James' Park outfit. The £55 million fee will make Elanga the most expensive winger in Newcastle's history.
Nottingham Forest initially had no intention of selling Elanga, but when the Swedish player himself expressed his desire to leave and Newcastle persistently contacted the City Ground, the team knew they would not be able to keep Elanga for long. The former Man United winger expressed his interest in playing for Newcastle to compete in both the Premier League and the Champions League.
Elanga exploded for Nottingham Forest last season
His former club Man United inadvertently benefited from this deal thanks to the resale clause of Elanga when he was sent to Nottingham Forest in 2023. The Old Trafford club will receive 15% of the profits from this remarkable contract, approximately 6-7 million pounds. This is an unexpected but important income in the context that Man United is like "a rich man wearing a torn shirt".
Man United benefit from star they once abandoned
It's a big step forward for the 23-year-old Swedish winger, who has enjoyed a breakout season at Nottingham Forest, scoring 18 goals and providing 11 assists in all competitions, becoming one of the Premier League's most dangerous strikers. With his pace and physicality, Elanga is particularly effective on the counter-attack.
Newcastle’s large investment in Elanga shows the confidence that coach Eddie Howe has in this young talent. Ambition and a desire to constantly develop are considered key factors that have helped Elanga improve significantly in his skills.
By joining Newcastle, Elanga will have the opportunity to play alongside compatriot Alexander Isak and close friend William Osula, who is currently the club's back-up striker.
Source: https://nld.com.vn/newcastle-chot-hop-dong-bom-tan-voi-cuu-sao-man-united-196250708092638781.htm
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