Newcastle United are reportedly exploring a significant move to sign Nottingham Forest attacker Anthony Elanga before the transfer window closes.
According to the latest from TalkSport, the Magpies are set to make a last-minute attempt to secure the services of the Swedish forward, formerly of Manchester United.
The report indicates that Nottingham Forest are demanding around £35 million for the 22-year-old, with discussions between the two clubs said to be progressing.
This isn’t the first time Newcastle have shown interest in Elanga; they previously pursued him earlier in the transfer window but were unable to finalise a deal at that time.
Now, with the deadline looming, there is growing anticipation that a deal could be completed.
However, securing Elanga might not be straightforward.
Sky Sports journalist Rob Dorsett reports that Newcastle have already had a £35 million bid rejected by Nottingham Forest, who are holding out for an even higher offer.
Dorsett suggests that it will take a “silly offer” from Newcastle to convince Forest to part with the Swedish international at the last minute.
#nffc have roundly rejected #nufc offer of £35m for Antony Elanga. Forest don’t want to sell. And I’m told it would take a “silly” offer for the club to be interested in leaving an Elanga-sized hole in the squad this late in the window.
— Rob Dorsett (@RobDorsettSky) August 30, 2024
Should the transfer go through, Manchester United stand to benefit financially from the move.
Newcastle see £35m bid rejected
Elanga joined Nottingham Forest from United for £15 million earlier this year, and as part of that deal, United included a sell-on clause.
This means the Red Devils will receive a portion of any transfer fee Forest secures for Elanga, potentially earning them a significant windfall if the deal is finalised.
As the transfer window draws to a close, all eyes will be on whether Newcastle can finalise a deal for Elanga, bolstering their attacking options for the season ahead.
