Newcastle brings in 'flop' for 55 million pounds

Anthony Elanga has yet to score a goal and has contributed just one assist since joining Newcastle in the summer of 2025.

Elanga has yet to score a goal for Newcastle in 16 games.

Newcastle spent 55 million pounds on him with the expectation of him becoming a fast and unpredictable striker, but Elanga has gradually become one of the most disappointing signings this season at St. James' Park.

According to statistics, Elanga has had no shortage of opportunities when he played 16 matches in all competitions, including 10 in the Premier League, 4 in the Champions League and 2 in the Carabao Cup – a total of 723 minutes of play. However, his only mark was 1 assist, without scoring any goals.

That figure is too small when compared to the initial expectations of coach Eddie Howe, who saw Elanga as the perfect "speed piece". However, the Swede's form has clearly declined, he often disappears in attacks and is criticized for his poor decision-making.

In the early morning of November 6, Elanga had to sit on the bench in Newcastle's 2-0 victory over Athletic Bilbao in the Champions League qualifying round. When he was put on the field in the 66th minute, the former MU star did not leave much of an impression, being given 6.1 points by Sofa Score .

Things have turned around for Elanga so quickly. He exploded at Nottingham Forest last season, scoring 18 goals and providing 11 assists in all competitions, becoming one of the Premier League's most dangerous strikers. But now, Elanga is just a shadow.

Many Newcastle fans began calling Elanga a "flop". In a Newcastle team that was gradually returning to winning ways, Elanga's performance was considered out of sync.

Source: https://znews.vn/newcastle-mang-ve-qua-bom-xit-55-trieu-bang-post1600547.html