“SHOCKING MEGA-DEAL ALERT! Newcastle United’s Jaw-Dropping £55M Anthony Elanga Transfer SEALED – Medical RUSHED in Next 48 Hours!”

Earlier in the day, reports suggested that the deal for Anthony Elanga was being delayed due to issues involving agents.

However, progress was made later in the evening, and by around 9 p.m., a breakthrough had reportedly been reached.

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano gave the transfer his signature “here we go,” indicating the move was close to completion.

Shortly afterward, David Ornstein also confirmed the deal, followed by coverage from Sky Sports News.

Elanga, who is currently on extended leave after representing Sweden last month, is believed to be in Portugal.

He is now expected to travel to Tyneside for a medical ahead of his transfer to Newcastle United. The 23-year-old winger is set to sign a five-year contract.

This move would mark Newcastle’s first starting XI signing in two years and their third-most expensive transfer ever, behind only Sandro Tonali and Alexander Isak.

Ornstein reports that the fee will be £52 million plus potential add-ons.

The timing of the move is ideal for manager Eddie Howe, as Elanga will be able to complete a full pre-season with his new teammates.

He wasn’t scheduled to return to training until next week, giving him ample time to integrate into the squad and adapt to Howe’s system.

The signing also addresses a key area of need in Newcastle’s squad, making it a significant early success in the summer transfer window.

The hope is that this will now trigger further activity in the market, with Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford possibly the next name through the door.

Overall, Newcastle fans can take encouragement from this strong start to the club’s recruitment drive.