Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers shares four-word reaction as Newcastle complete Anthony Elanga signing

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Newcastle United have completed the signing of Anthony Elanga from Nottingham Forest, and plenty of his peers – including Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers – are buzzing.

On Friday, Newcastle announced the arrival of Elanga on a long-term contract, having agreed a deal with Nottingham Forest reportedly worth £55million.

The 23-year-old is Newcastle’s second summer signing following Antonio Cordero’s move to St James’ Park from Malaga.

Elanga took to Instagram in the wake of his official arrival at Newcastle, and Rogers was among many who responded in the comments.

Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers wishes Anthony Elanga good luck at Newcastle

Anthony Elanga shared a number of photos of himself completing his Newcastle move, along with the caption: “I’m a Geordie now!

“Happy to be here at this great club but more importantly I’m ready. Can’t wait to see you all. Let’s get to work!”

In response, Morgan Rogers wrote: “Good luck my boy”. He also included a red heart emoji.

The likes of Bruno Guimaraes, Jacob Murphy, Joelinton, Fabian Schar, Joe Willock, Antoine Semenyo and Patson Daka also wished Elanga well following his move.

Rogers and Elanga have never actually played together, but both were in the running for the latest Premier League Young Player of the Season award, which was won by Liverpool’s Ryan Gravenberch.

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Eddie Howe tells Newcastle fans what to expect from Anthony Elanga

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe was thrilled to welcome Elanga to St James’ Park, saying he was a key target for his side.

The Magpies boss told Newcastle fans they can expect a “unique attacking threat” who will be a good fit in the team and in the dressing room.

“I’m delighted to welcome Anthony to Newcastle United,” Howe told the club’s media team.

“He has been a key target for us so I’m delighted to secure him at this early part of pre-season.

“He is an exciting talent with attributes that make him a unique attacking threat.

“His pace, energy and ability to create and score goals will strengthen us and complement the way we want to play.

“Anthony is hungry to develop even further with us and to achieve success here, and we’re all looking forward to working with him.”