Elanga targeting Newcastle return in 2026 after thigh injury

Summarised from 2 outlets · 3 reports · Updated 11 Oct, 08:19 · Archive

Anthony Elanga is making progress from a thigh injury that has sidelined him since September.

Anthony Elanga is making good progress after a thigh injury that has kept him sidelined for over a month. Last seen in action during Newcastle's 1-0 Carabao Cup win over Millwall in early September, the 24-year-old underwent an MRI scan last month and has been spotted training in the gym ahead of a return to the training field.

Head coach Matthias Jaissle told Chronicle Live he had 'good conversations' with Elanga about his recovery. 'He's doing well, he's progressing,' Jaissle said. 'As you probably know, it was a tough injury, a longer one, but he has a brilliant mentality, a real professional, so hopefully he can come back even a bit earlier than expected.' The extended international break helped Elanga's recovery, during which he was automatically ruled out of Sweden's UEFA Nations League matches.

Elanga was signed from Nottingham Forest and has won the Guinness Goal of the Month award for August 2026 for his strike at Tottenham Hotspur.

How it is being reported

• Matthias Jaissle laughs off Newcastle transfer claim as his reply speaks volumes - 'I will sign him'Jaissle was asked about the future of Joe Willock amid continued interest from BesiktasChronicleLive · 11 Oct, 09:29
• Matthias Jaissle laughs before responding to major Newcastle United transfer claim - 'I will sign him'Newcastle United transfers: Matthias Jaissle has responded to Besiktas claiming they are going to sign Joe Willock in January.Shields Gazette · 11 Oct, 08:00
• Anthony Elanga gets Newcastle United return date as Matthias Jaissle shares big updateThe £55million man is eyeing a return in 2026 with Matthias Jaissle pleased with his recovery after a cruel injury blow last monthChronicleLive · 11 Oct, 07:00

In this story: Anthony Elanga · Newcastle United · Matthias Jaissle · Sweden

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