Anthony Elanga has addressed allegations that he is contemplating a transfer to St James’ Park.
Elanga is currently on international duty with Sweden and played the entire 90 minutes in a friendly match against Hungary on Friday evening, which Sweden won 2-0. FC Nordsjaellend’s Benjamin Nygren and Brighton’s Yasin Ayari scored goals to secure the victory for Jon Dahl Tomasson’s team.
Alexander Isak withdrew from international duty due to a groin injury sustained during the final weeks of the Premier League season, and as a result, no Newcastle United players participated in the match. Tomasson did not select Emil Krafth for the squad.
Nevertheless, the match garnered some interest from the northeast, as Elanga began the game at the front for his country, mere hours after Newcastle United rekindled their interest in the former Manchester United player. The Magpies had inquired about acquiring the 23-year-old after missing out on his signature last summer, according to The Mail Online.
Anthony Elanga breaks his reticence regarding Newcastle United’s connections
It is unsurprising that Swedish media inquired about Elanga’s potential relocation to Tyneside following the conclusion of the game at the Puskas Arena in Budapest, which is also the site of the 2025/26 Champions League final. It is unsurprising that Elanga was reluctant to discuss any potential transfers, as he stated to Fotbollskanalen: “There is a great deal of speculation.”
“Today, my concentration was on the match, and I concentrate on my capabilities.” Rumors are perpetually prevalent in the world of football. The most critical aspect is that I concentrate on the controllable aspects.
Elanga also spoke to the Swedish newspaper Expressen, stating, “I suppose there will always be scouts present wherever I play.” As long as I remain focussed and perform at my highest level during the match.
“I maintain my concentration on the things that are within my power.” That is the extent of my capabilities, both on and off the field. I concentrate on the upcoming day and the actions I will take.
Although Elanga ultimately departed the Hungarian capital without scoring a goal, he did have numerous opportunities to score for his nation. Elanga assumed the role of a striker on Friday night, despite his previous role as a winger for his club. This development is expected to pique the interest of fans in the northeast.
The Magpies are in need of a striker who can serve as a replacement for Isak and also wish to bolster their right-wing position. However, the necessity of bolstering the squad in other areas may necessitate the acquisition of a versatile forward who can operate across the front line to address the deficiencies this summer.
Elanga and Newcastle United are also not unfamiliar with one another, as the former Manchester United player was rumored to be interested in a transfer to Tyneside a year ago. Nevertheless, the Magpies were unable to make a deal on that occasion due to PSR pressures. It is probable that the cost of a relocation this summer will be approximately £50 million.
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