Leaked Elanga photo – New £55m signing spotted meeting Newcastle teammates

Anthony Elanga’s much-anticipated move to Newcastle United has taken another significant step forward, with a leaked image surfacing online showing the Swedish winger inside the club’s training facility, appearing to meet his new teammates.

While the official announcement remains pending, all signs point to an imminent unveiling of the club’s newest signing following his high-profile switch from Nottingham Forest.

Earlier this week, the 23-year-old landed on Tyneside via private jet, just hours after Newcastle and Forest reached an agreement over a deal worth £52 million, potentially rising to £55 million with performance-based add-ons.

Elanga completed his medical on Wednesday, and now, just days later, he appears to be integrating with the squad ahead of pre-season preparations.

The photo in question, which has been circulating across social media, seems to capture Elanga inside the club’s changing room at their Benton training ground, standing alongside fellow wide players Jacob Murphy and Harvey Barnes.

Shared by a well-known Newcastle supporter, the image looks authentic and shows Elanga already familiarizing himself with the surroundings and the group he’ll be competing with next season.

Sources close to the club suggest the photo is genuine and not the product of digital manipulation.

Elanga is expected to sign a five-year contract with the Magpies, making him one of the club’s most expensive signings in recent history and a symbol of the club’s intent to strengthen in attacking areas.

After two seasons limited by financial constraints due to the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Rules, this signing signals a significant investment as Newcastle aim to return to Europe and compete on multiple fronts.

Elanga arrives with strong Premier League experience and considerable international pedigree, playing alongside Newcastle’s Alexander Isak for Sweden and sharing a close friendship with Will Osula.

Last season at Nottingham Forest, he registered six goals and twelve assists in the Premier League, consistently demonstrating explosive pace, intelligent movement, and an eye for a killer pass in the final third.

His direct style and versatility across the forward line will offer Eddie Howe greater depth, tactical flexibility, and much-needed competition for the starting spots.

As fans await the club’s official unveiling, Elanga’s leaked image has only amplified the excitement surrounding his arrival.

His addition strengthens an already talented attack and sends a clear message that Newcastle remain focused on climbing to the next level.

Once his signing is formally confirmed, attention will shift to how quickly he can adapt to Howe’s system and deliver the kind of performances that earned him widespread admiration last season.