Newcastle believe a full agreement to sign Anthony Elanga will be reached this weekend, with details emerging of the star Nott'm Forest wanted in return.

For the past year, Newcastle United have been searching for a right-winger and that search has continued this summer, even after Jacob Murphy’s excellent displays. Eddie Howe already wanted another option on the right flank following Miguel Almiron’s departure in January.

Newcastle United are closing in on their first legitimate, first-team signing of the summer, with multiple reports confirming that a deal for Nottingham Forest winger Anthony Elanga is nearing completion.