Manchester City will reportedly look to beat Chelsea and Manchester United in the race to sign 23-year-old English international Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest.
According to a report by TEAMtalk, Elliot Anderson is the subject of interest of Manchester City. The Citizens are scouring the market for a holding midfielder and have set their sights on the Nottingham Forest mainstay. The English international is also a target for Chelsea and Manchester United. However, they have fallen behind City in the battle for his signature.
How has Elliot Anderson risen to stardom?
Elliot Anderson has established himself as one of the best midfielders in the Premier League since joining Nottingham Forest from Newcastle United in a deal worth £35 million in July 2024. The 23-year-old spent his formative years in his homeland and graduated from the youth division at Newcastle United. However, PSR woes forced the Tyneside club to sell the Englishman to Nottingham Forest.
Anderson has made over 50 appearances for Nottingham Forest thus far while chipping in with three goals and eight assists. Meanwhile, the English midfielder’s progress has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several high-profile clubs. Chelsea, Manchester United, and Manchester City are among the prospective suitors vying for his signature this year.
Move across the Premier League on the cards?
Chelsea may dip into the market for a midfielder this year, even though Liam Rosenior has a stacked midfield unit. However, with Dario Essugo and Romeo Lavia struggling with fitness issues this season, the Blues want to bolster their midfield unit. So, Anderson has emerged as a viable target for Chelsea.
Meanwhile, Manchester United’s interest in Elliot Anderson is understandable. The Red Devils are combing the market for a holding midfielder, as Casemiro is approaching the twilight of his career. Additionally, Manuel Ugarte has failed to make his mark since arriving from Paris Saint-Germain 18 months ago. So, Anderson is an option worth considering for Manchester United.
As for Manchester City, Rodri’s long-term future is uncertain, and the Spanish international has struggled with fitness issues in the last 18 months. So, Manchester City must plan for life after the former Ballon d’Or winner, with Anderson being a top target. The latest report has revealed that the Citizens have established contact over a possible move for the Englishman this summer.
With Manchester City initiating the move to sign Anderson from Nottingham Forest, the onus is on Chelsea and Manchester United to respond and remain in the battle for his signature. It will be interesting to see what the future holds for the 23-year-old English international.