Latest news

Anthony Elanga Nottingham Forest Newcastle

‘Not the same’ - Forest urged to re-sign Newcastle flop Elanga

Anthony Elanga has been told he is “not the same sort of person” since completing a £55 million ($73m) transfer to Newcastle, with Nottingham Forest being urged to consider re-signing the flying winger if their Premier League status can be retained. Former Reds striker Marlon Harewood, who also spent time on loan at St James’ Park, has told GOAL why familiar faces should be on the City Ground recruitment radar.

RANKED: 11 most disappointing EPL signings of the season so far

Premier League clubs splashed out £3 billion ($4bn) on transfers in a record-breaking summer window, more than those in the Bundesliga, La Liga, Ligue 1 and Serie A combined, with Liverpool accounting for £415m ($561m) of that eye-watering amount on the back of their 2024-25 title success under Arne Slot. Mega-money was also spent by the likes of Manchester City, Chelsea, Manchester United, Newcastle, Nottingham Forest and Tottenham, with Aston Villa, Crystal Palace and Fulham the only three clubs to invest less than £50m ($67m) in strengthening their respective squads.

Can Potter revive Sweden & their £235m forward line?

This time last year, Sweden seemed to be on the rise again. A side that had failed to qualify for both the 2022 World Cup and Euro 2024 was flying under Jon Dahl Tomasson, with Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres scoring freely in a refreshingly attack-minded line-up. However, the country's first-ever foreign manager has since become the first coach in Sweden's history to be relieved of his duties before the expiration of his contract.

'So f*cking dissatisfied' - Isak fumes after Sweden are booed

Alexander Isak was left “so f*cking dissatisfied” after seeing Sweden booed by their own supporters during another abject display in World Cup qualifying. Jon Dahl Tomasson’s side appear destined to miss out on next summer’s tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico, with Liverpool striker Isak admitting that their recent performances have been “embarrassing”.

Newcastle United FC Training Session And Press Conference - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD1

Training after dark! Howe's plans to get Newcastle scoring again

Eddie Howe is putting his Newcastle players through post-game training sessions to bolster their attacking output, as the Magpies seek to replace the goalscoring prowess of Alexander Isak. With record-signing Nick Woltemade bagging just once in his first three appearances, and Yoanne Wissa out through injury, Newcastle's manager is hoping to get his whole team firing to kickstart their season.

Elanga lifts lid on Newcastle response to Isak exit

Anthony Elanga has wished Alexander Isak good luck after his move to Liverpool, insisting the Magpies are "chill" over his exit.

Transfer grades for the 60 biggest deals of the summer

All summer long, GOAL will be handing out grades for the biggest transfers from around the world...

Nottingham Forest v Brighton & Hove Albion - Premier League

Nottingham Forest lent £80m amid Elanga sale & Gibbs-White links

Nottingham Forest have reportedly been lent £80 million amid Anthony Elanga's sale and Morgan Gibbs-White's potential exit.

'There's always noise' - Elanga gives insight into Isak's future

Anthony Elanga, Newcastle United's new £55 million ($74m) recruit from Nottingham Forest, has expressed his admiration for international team-mate Alexander Isak, labelling the striker among the world’s elite. However, Elanga also made it clear that speculation surrounding Isak’s future at St James Park is part and parcel of being a top player, referring to the transfer chatter as little more than “noise.”

Brighton & Hove Albion v Nottingham Forest - Emirates FA Cup Quarter Final

Elanga completes Newcastle transfer amid Gibbs-White drama

Anthony Elanga has completed his transfer to Newcastle from Nottingham Forest, who are trying to stop Morgan Gibbs-White from joining Tottenham.

West Ham United FC v Crystal Palace FC - Premier League

Spurs confirm Kudus deal with Gibbs-White expected for medical

Tottenham have officially announced the signing of Mohammed Kudus from West Ham, for a fee of £55 million ($75m).

Arsenal lodge big opening bid for Madueke - but Chelsea want more

Arsenal have lodged an initial bid for Chelsea winger Noni Madueke, worth around £50 million ($68m) including add-ons.

Elanga & six players Man Utd sold far too cheaply

As the club's inability to sell at the right price strikes again, GOAL runs through the players allowed to leave for unforgivably low prices

Nottingham Forest FC v West Ham United FC - Premier League

Newcastle make breakthrough to sign Elanga from Forest

Newcastle United have reached a breakthrough in their pursuit of Anthony Elanga, agreeing a deal worth up to £55 million ($74.8m) with Nottingham Forest. The 23-year-old Sweden international, who starred in all 38 Premier League games last season, will sign a five-year contract and is set to undergo a medical ahead of his move to St James’ Park later this week.

Newcastle United FC v Everton FC - Premier League

Newcastle on brink of £55m deal for Premier League star

Newcastle United have stepped up their efforts to secure the services of Nottingham Forest winger Anthony Elanga, lodging a substantial £55 million (€64m/$75m) offer for the 23-year-old. The bid comes after Aston Villa also joined the chase for the Swedish international, adding competition for the Magpies, in what could become one of the most fiercely contested transfer sagas of the summer.

Newcastle fail with £120m worth of offers for three targets

Newcastle United’s summer transfer window has hit a significant snag after three transfer bids, amounting to a combined £120 million ($165m), were rejected. The Magpies, eager to bolster their squad ahead of a return to the Champions League, had targeted Nottingham Forest’s Anthony Elanga, Brighton & Hove Albion’s Joao Pedro, and Burnley’s James Trafford. However, none of their initial offers have succeeded.

Betting spotlight

Solanke injury could lead to Spurs' relegation

See more betting articles

Frequently asked questions

: Lamine Yamal plays as a right winger as he is a left-footed player who cuts in from the flank, although he is capable of playing as an attacking midfielder, too. He is a prolific creator and also possesses a keen eye for goal.
: Lamine Yamal was born in Esplugues de Llobregat, a municipality in the Barcelona metropolitan area, in Spain.
: Lamine Yamal currently wears the No. 19 jersey at Barcelona, which was worn by his idol Lionel Messi between 2005 and 2008.
: Lamine Yamal stands at 1.78m (5ft 10in). He loves taking on his opponents and is mature beyond his years, even though he's just 17.
: The record-breaking Lamine Yamal weighs 66kg (145 lbs).
: Lamine Yamal spent two years at local club La Torreta, before being scouted being Barcelona in 2014. The teenage sensation then joined the Catalans as a seven-year old and rose through the ranks before making his first-team debut in the 2022-23 season.
: No, Lamine Yamal does not have any children.
: Lamine Yamal went public with influencer girlfriend Alex Padilla as recently as the Euro 2024 final, but the duo have since unfollowed each other on Instagram after the latter was spotted sitting on someone's lap during a livestreamed video, which went viral.

Older

AnthonyElanga

Anthony Elanga news