Anthony Elanga reveals what he told Alexander Isak about Newcastle United transfer interest

The former Manchester United man was first linked with the Magpies in June during their frantic push to comply with Premier League Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSR). However, Newcastle ended up signing Greek goalkeeper Odysseas Vlachodimos as part of the agreement that saw academy graduate Elliot Anderson head to the City Ground.

Then, on deadline day, Eddie Howe’s side made a late enquiry for Elanga but a negotiations did not advance as the Reds demand a player plus cash deal. United ended the summer window without any major signings after failing to agree a fee with Crystal Palace for Marc Guehi.

Addressing Newcastle’s interest, Elanga told Fotboll Skanalen: “The environment in Nottingham is good. It is clear that you can see that Newcastle are interested, it means that I am playing good football when a big club shows interest.

“But Nottingham is also a big club, they have won two Champions Leagues, even though it was before I was born. But I’m happy in Nottingham and have a contract there.”

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The 22-year-old has been on international duty with Alexander Isak this week as Sweden beat Azerbaijan and Estonia in the Nations League. Elanga revealed the pair have spoken about Newcastle’s interest.

Elanga added: “Isak talked to me about it. But I said the same to him as I say to you. We have a good relationship and good chemistry when we play together. But I have a contract with Nottingham. I’m focusing on Nottingham and hope to have a good season, then we’ll see what happens.”