Newcastle United have added Nottingham Forest’s Anthony Elanga to their right-winger shortlist as they continue to pursue a new forward signing, sources have told Football Insider.
Speaking on the latest edition of Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast, senior correspondent Pete O’Rourke revealed that the Magpies “admire” Elanga and are in discussions over multiple deals.
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Eddie Howe has made signing a wide forward a priority this summer, and the club see the 22-year-old as a potential option to fill that gap.
The former Man United winger impressed last season by scoring five goals and providing nine assists in 39 games.
Newcastle have also considered West Ham’s Jarrod Bowen, but that deal is difficult to complete due to the money involved.
Football Insider previously revealed that the Irons value the England international upwards of £100million, and have no plans to sell him this summer.
Newcastle United have other options outside of Anthony Elanga
Even though Elanga is someone the north east giants admire, the club also have other targets to consider.
Football Insider revealed that the club have spoken with Chelsea over a possible deal for Noni Madueke.
Newcastle’s first choice had been former Crystal Palace winger Michael Olise, but he chose a move to Bayern Munich instead.
Although Newcastle are focusing on bringing in a new winger, the club are also having to work had to retain one in Anthony Gordon.
Liverpool have been interested in the England international throughout the summer window, and Football Insider revealed Gordon could go on strike to force a move.
