Elanga scored six goals and recorded 11 assists in the Premier League last season and was instrumental in Forest securing European football for the upcoming campaignElanga is the second winger Newcastle have signed this summer, after Spain youngster Antonio Cordero joined on a free transfer from Malaga, although the 18-year-old is set to go out on loan.
Speaking to the club’s official website following the completion of the transfer, Elanga said: “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.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. The club won a trophy last season and are building something unique, something special that I really want to be part of.”
Newcastle boss Eddie Howe added: “Elanga is an exciting talent with attributes that make him a unique attacking threat. His pace, energy and ability to create and score goals will strengthen us and complement the way we want to play.”
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