Manchester City Step Up Pursuit of Elliot Anderson
Sports Updated: 21 March 2026 22:14 EAT
Nottingham Forest English midfielder Elliot Anderson is set to leave this summer.
Manchester City have advanced in their pursuit of Elliot Anderson, with negotiations over personal terms progressing ahead of a potential summer transfer.
The Premier League champions are understood to be focusing on reaching a full agreement with the player’s representatives before initiating formal talks with Nottingham Forest.
This approach aligns with City’s transfer strategy of securing player commitment early, allowing smoother negotiations at club level once the transfer window opens.
Anderson has emerged as a priority target for the club’s recruitment team, with his performances in midfield drawing attention for his technical ability, work rate, and versatility.
Sources indicate that Nottingham Forest are likely to demand a fee in the region of £80 million, a valuation Manchester City are prepared to meet without significant resistance.
No official club-to-club negotiations have taken place at this stage, but City are expected to formalise their interest in the coming months as part of their summer planning.
Interest in Anderson is not limited to City, with Manchester United, Chelsea, and Bayern Munich all monitoring developments.
Despite the competition, Manchester City are currently considered frontrunners due to the advanced stage of discussions with the player’s camp.
The potential transfer is viewed as part of a longer-term midfield restructuring, with the club looking to maintain depth and continuity in key positions.
If completed, the deal would represent one of the most significant transfers of the upcoming window, underlining Manchester City’s intent to reinforce their squad with emerging talent.
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