Leeds win leaves Newcastle United fearing loss of Anthony Elanga

Anthony Elanga will undergo another MRI scan after the Sweden international suffered a setback in Newcastle United’s 4‑1 defeat to Leeds United on Monday night at Elland Road, a loss that has been described as a major injury blow for the club.

Match context

Leeds United dominated the encounter, scoring four times while Newcastle managed only one reply, leaving the Magpies on the wrong side of a heavy away loss. The result left manager Eddie Howe without his prized winger on the bench.

Elanga had opened the campaign brightly, netting two goals in Newcastle’s first three Premier League fixtures, signalling his importance to the side. His contributions had helped the team secure early points in the league.

Speaking after the defeat at Elland Road, Jaissle said the injury does not look good and that further tests are required. “The injury doesn’t look good. We need to investigate how serious it is,” Jaissle said.

Jaissle added that Elanga could be facing a long‑term absence, noting that another MRI will be performed next week to determine the severity. If the scan confirms a serious problem, the winger may miss several months of action. Newcastle’s medical team will monitor his progress closely.

The update was captured by CameraSport and distributed via Getty, confirming the club’s official stance on the injury. The report highlighted the club’s concern over losing a key attacking option.

Newcastle United’s campaign now faces the challenge of coping without Elanga, potentially affecting their push in the Premier League as they seek to replace his goal threat. The injury could force the Magpies to rely on other squad members to maintain their early season momentum.