Manchester City Close to Signing Elliot Anderson
Manchester City appears to be in a strong position to secure the services of Nottingham Forest’s rising star, Elliot Anderson, potentially outpacing their city rivals, Manchester United.
The 23-year-old midfielder has become the center of intense transfer speculation, but reports indicate that he favors a move to the Etihad Stadium as City aims to revamp their midfield.
Interest from Multiple Clubs
According to The Mirror, Manchester City is reportedly ready to offer around £65 million for Anderson’s transfer.
This development is disappointing for a number of clubs, including Manchester United, Chelsea, and Tottenham, who have all been keeping an eye on the England international.
The report suggests that regardless of Nottingham Forest’s fight against relegation this season, Anderson intends to leave the City Ground this summer.
While Manchester United remains in contention under interim manager Michael Carrick, it is said that Anderson has expressed a preference for a switch to the blue side of Manchester.
City is keen to finalize the transfer before the 2026 World Cup in North America, as a successful tournament alongside Declan Rice could significantly increase Anderson’s market value, possibly exceeding £100 million.
Arsenal is also showing interest, and the influence of Rice might play a role should he decide to go with the Gunners.
A Rising Talent in Midfield
Since his £35 million transfer from Newcastle United in 2024, Anderson has made remarkable progress.
This season, he has become a dominant force in midfield, boasting an impressive pass completion rate of 88% across 31 Premier League matches.
| Statistic (2025/26 PL) | Value |
| Minutes Played | 2,774 |
| Tackles | 90 |
| Interceptions | 34 |
| Recoveries | 259 |
Statistics for Elliot Anderson in the Premier League this season can be found on FotMob.
With Bernardo Silva set to depart and Mateo Kovacic also linked to a move away, Pep Guardiola regards Anderson as an ideal high-energy replacement.
His capability to advance from deep while maintaining defensive responsibilities makes him a strong candidate for Thomas Tuchel’s England squad.
For Manchester City, acquiring Anderson at this stage would mark a significant achievement in what is anticipated to be a transformative summer for the club.
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