The Magpies are hopeful a full agreement to sign Elanga will be reached this weekend, with details emerging of the player Nott'm Forest wanted to sign in return

Newcastle’s tendency to attack quickly on the transition plays to Elanga’s strengths. The right-winger’s ability to dribble at a high speed while making wise decisions means he is a threat when his team wins the ball and attacks an unstructured defence.

Newcastle United’s interest in Anthony Elanga isn’t a secret. It wasn’t in 2024, and it certainly isn’t now. Last year, the Magpies made a £35 million [$47m] approach, which was promptly rejected by Nottingham Forest.