Newcastle interested in signing £40m Lyon star as Elanga has stop progressing

Newcastle United Eye Promising Ligue 1 Winger Amid Ongoing Transfer Hunt

 

Newcastle United’s pursuit of a new winger continues to gather momentum, with fresh reports today linking the Magpies with a rising star from France’s top flight. While talk surrounding a potential move for Nottingham Forest’s Anthony Elanga appears to have cooled in recent days, the club remains active behind the scenes as they explore a range of domestic and international options.

 

Now, a new name has emerged on the radar. According to French football expert Julien Laurens, speaking via ESPN, Newcastle have expressed concrete interest in signing talented Lyon winger Malick Fofana. The 20-year-old Belgian international is beginning to attract widespread attention across Europe following a breakout campaign in Ligue 1.

 

Despite not being a consistent starter for Lyon throughout the season, Fofana made a significant impact whenever he featured. He ended the campaign with an impressive return of 11 goals and six assists across all competitions, highlighting his sharp attacking instincts and eye for goal. His performances have evidently not gone unnoticed, with Laurens reporting that a host of Premier League clubs, including Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur, Everton, Fulham, and Brighton, are all monitoring his situation closely.

 

It is understood that Lyon have placed a price tag in the region of £40-45 million on the young winger—an amount that reflects his growing value and potential. Chelsea have reportedly already inquired about his availability and were quoted that fee, which sets a benchmark for any interested suitors, including Newcastle.

 

Laurens described Fofana as a player of “huge potential,” and such high praise fits the profile Newcastle have typically targeted under the stewardship of Eddie Howe. The club has built a reputation for recruiting young, high-upside talents who can be molded and developed into top-level performers, and Fofana certainly fits that bill.

 

While the Belgian wide man is versatile enough to operate on either flank, his natural position is on the left wing. He is particularly effective when cutting inside onto his stronger right foot, a style of play that could offer Newcastle an additional attacking dimension—especially if paired with a full-back who can overlap to stretch opposition defenses.

 

As the summer transfer window gathers pace, Newcastle appear determined to reinforce their squad with dynamic attacking options. With Champions League qualification secured, the club is keen to strengthen its depth and bring in players who can both contribute immediately and grow with the team’s long-term ambitions.

 

Fofana represents one of the more exciting talents available this summer, and while competition will be fierce, Newcastle’s track record of giving young players a platform to flourish under Howe’s management may give them an edge in the race for his signature.