Just pure elitism - no interest in the “upstart” clubs having success. Only the big clubs who have benefitted from the corrupt structure for decades are allowed it
Played pretty well in the last few games of last season to be fair. I think it’s a smart move as he’s a good pro, decent cover and a genuine set piece threat (or threat from 30 yards after that spurs goal)
Edit: His goal at 1:30 on this video from last season against Ipswich is a joke of a...
I don’t get that price for Elanga at all - he worked for Forest as their system is completely focused around quick counters - against teams who sit back against Newcastle I’m not sure he’ll be so effective