Manchester City is reportedly focusing on Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson as their top transfer target to strengthen their midfield this summer. Previous reports from Lyall Thomas and Adrian Kajumba for Arsenal#:~:text=Manchester%20City%20are%20in%20pole%20position%20to%20sign%20Nottingham%20Forest’s,is%20destined%20for%20the%20Etihad”>Sky Sports suggest that City is in a strong position to secure the England international’s signature this summer. A new report indicates that Manchester United acknowledges Anderson is likely to end up at the Etihad.
Manchester United acknowledges Elliot Anderson’s potential move to Manchester City this summer.
An update from Nathan Salt and Chris Wheeler in the Daily Mail notes that while Anderson is Manchester United’s top midfield target, the club believes signing him from Nottingham Forest will exceed £100 million. However, sources suggest it is increasingly likely that Anderson will make the move to Manchester City.
Reports suggest Elliot Anderson is set to join Manchester City regardless of the cost.
The Daily Mail report further confirms that Elliot Anderson is on the verge of becoming a City player this summer. His absence from the squad would indeed be surprising at this juncture. Despite the hefty £100 million price tag, Manchester City is in dire need of a midfielder like Anderson. This was evident during their recent 3-3 draw against Everton.
City’s midfield struggled against Everton’s physical play, especially in the second half. Anderson, known for his resilience in midfield and proven track record in the Premier League, could significantly improve City’s performance in similar situations. His ability to excel in duels and his technical skills in advancing play through passing or dribbling make him a valuable asset for Manchester City. The need for a player of Anderson’s caliber was highlighted during the match against Everton.
It increasingly appears that all signs point to a transfer for Elliot Anderson to Manchester City. With Manchester United seemingly shifting their focus to other targets, it’s clear that City may need to splash out in order to secure this essential midfielder.