Chronicle Live understands that PIF sanctioned the higher bid for Elanga at the end of June with the fresh offer, which Chronicle Live reported on July 1, proving to be successful and enough to sway Nottingham Forest into the sale.

Anthony Elanga is on Tyneside as he prepares to complete a big-money move from Nottingham Forest to Newcastle. The 23-year-old winger was filmed touching down at Newcastle International Airport on Tuesday evening with a view to undergoing a medical.

July 8 (UPI) -- Newcastle United reached a $75 million agreement with Nottingham Forest to acquire winger Anthony Elanga. Sources told ESPN, The Athletic and Sky Sports about the agreement Tuesday. Elanga is expected to sign a five-year contract with the Magpies, who finished fifth in the 2024-25 Premier League standings.