Elliot Anderson: Why Nottingham Forest star could choose to complete Man United move
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Credit: Imago Sat 4 April 2026 18:00, UK Elliot Anderson will reportedly have the choice of joining Manchester City and Manchester United from Nottingham Forest this summer.Both clubs are expected to enter talks for the England international, who will likely make a decision after the World Cup if an appropriate fee is agreed.Nottingham Forest’s strength in negotiation will likely depend on whether they can stay in the Premier League, with Vitor Pereira’s side not out of the woods yet.Should they avoid the drop, the East Midlands club are expected to demand a fee in the region of £100million for Anderson.Nottingham Forest transfer chiefs signed the midfielder for just £35m in 2024, and could now be set to earn nearly triple that fee. 🔄 Nottingham Forest Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on signings, departures, and contract news from the Nottingham Forest boardroom. VISIT THE FOREST TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Man City and Man United race for Elliot AndersonFormer Man United chief scout Mick Brown exclusively told Football Insider this week that Man City have edged ahead in the Anderson race.The Citizens view the midfielder as a potential replacement for Rodri in the future, and it is easy to see why.
Elliot AndersonPremier League 2025-26Appearances31Goals2Assists2Successful dribbles40Fouls won68Recoveries259Duels won254The 23-year-old has been simply fantastic for Nottingham Forest this season, standing out among all Premier League midfielders despite his team’s struggles.The likes of Arsenal and Liverpool are also expected to be tracking developments when it comes to Anderson this summer, but the Manchester clubs hold the most advanced interest.The Sun reports that both clubs are expected to attempt to move before the World Cup for the midfielder, who could see his fee soar past £100m with a strong tournament.Why Anderson may choose Man UnitedIt would not be easy for Anderson to turn down the allure of Man City and their stunning record of success this summer.However, the prospect of moving to Man United would also offer some attractive benefits. The imminent departure of Casemiro would see Anderson as the undoubted number one choice at the base of Michael Carrick’s midfield, with no Rodri to surpass.There is the attraction of working with the potential next Man United manager as well.
The 44-year-old is expected to be handed the job this summer, and made 464 appearances for the Red Devils as a similar type of midfielder.Man City, for all of the titles they have won over the years, appear to be coming to the end of an era amid the inevitable departure of Pep Guardiola.Man United, on the other hand, appear to be starting something fresh and exciting under Carrick, and if there’s something that would earn Anderson Premier League recognition, it is being involved in a reawakening at Old Trafford. Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Nottingham Forest Insider Access Get the full story from the City Ground and the Forest Training Centre with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the banks of the River Trent.