Premier League Clubs Battle for £100m+ Elliot Anderson Transfer
Multiple Premier League clubs, including Manchester City and Manchester United, have made bids exceeding £100 million for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson, all rejected by Forest, which demands a British-record fee over £125 million. The 23-year-old England international, who played every league game this season and made England’s World Cup squad, is City’s top target as a potential Bernardo Silva replacement. Forest manager Vitor Pereira acknowledged the market’s unpredictability.
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Manchester United Miss Out on Elliot Anderson as He Joins Manchester City for Record Fee
Manchester United have failed to sign midfielder Elliot Anderson, who instead joined Manchester City for a British record £116 million. The Athletic reports that United discussed offering Anderson the future captaincy at Old Trafford, following in the footsteps of legends like Bobby Charlton and Wayne Rooney, but declined to enter a bidding war. Anderson signed a five-year contract worth £300,000 per week with City. This is the first of several transfer setbacks for United this summer, as they also lost Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali to Tottenham Hotspur, while only managing to sign Ederson from Atalanta. The club is now targeting Borussia Dortmund's Felix Nmecha and Real Madrid's Aurelien Tchouameni, though both carry large price tags.
Yardbarker: SoccerElliot Anderson Turned Down Manchester United Captaincy Offer Before Joining Manchester City
Manchester United have officially missed out on signing midfielder Elliot Anderson, who instead joined Manchester City for a British record £116 million. The Athletic reports that United had discussed offering Anderson the club captaincy in the future, but he chose a five-year contract at City worth £300,000 per week including bonuses. Anderson is currently at the 2026 World Cup with England. This marks the first of several missed transfer targets for United, who also lost Mateus Fernandes to Tottenham for £85 million and Sandro Tonali to Spurs for £100 million. United have only signed Ederson from Atalanta so far, with interest in Borussia Dortmund's Felix Nmecha and Real Madrid's Aurelien Tchouameni, though both command high fees.
Yardbarker: SoccerBBC: Elliot Anderson Transfer Makes Him Most Expensive British Player; Statistics Show Complete Midfielder
Manchester City has agreed a £116 million deal with Nottingham Forest to sign midfielder Elliot Anderson, making the 23-year-old England international the most expensive player in British football history, surpassing the £105 million Arsenal paid for Declan Rice. BBC analysis highlights Anderson's exceptional 2025-26 season at Forest, where despite the team finishing 16th, he led the Premier League in touches (3,300), duels won (298), ball recoveries (306), and fouls drawn (80), while also topping midfielders in passes (2,038) and line-breaking passes (376). His physical output included 411 km covered and 1,895 high-intensity pressures. The article examines how Anderson, who joined Forest from Newcastle for £35 million two years ago, fits new Manchester City coach Enzo Maresca's system, expected to partner Rodri. The transfer breaks Forest's previous record sale and marks City's first major post-Guardiola signing.
虎扑 - 足球Manchester City Signs Elliot Anderson for Record English Transfer Fee
On July 2, 2026, Manchester City officially announced the signing of midfielder Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest for a reported fee of 134 million euros. The 23-year-old English midfielder becomes the most expensive English player in history. The article also mentions that forward Mathys Detourbet has signed for City and been loaned to Monaco, that City is preparing a 110 million euro offer for Sandro Tonali, and that Enzo Maresca has been appointed as the new Manchester City coach amid a dispute with Chelsea over his contract.
RecordAgreement Reached for Most Expensive Transfer of a British Player Ever
Manchester City have agreed a £116m transfer fee with Nottingham Forest for midfielder Elliot Anderson, making it the most expensive transfer of a British player in history. The 22-year-old has completed his medical while on England duty at the World Cup in the USA, where he has started all four games under Thomas Tuchel. The fee surpasses Jack Grealish's £100m move to City in 2021. Anderson is expected to become a key figure in the post-Pep Guardiola era at City, filling gaps left by the aging Rodri and departed Bernardo Silva. The transfer marks a rapid rise for the former Newcastle player, who will now play in the Champions League.
CaughtOffsideElliot Anderson joins Manchester City for €135 million, record for an English player
Manchester City announced on Thursday that they have reached an agreement with Nottingham Forest to sign midfielder Elliot Anderson for €135 million (£135 million), setting a new record for an English player. The 23-year-old, currently at the World Cup with England where he is a starter, underwent his medical in Kansas. The fee surpasses Jude Bellingham's €127 million transfer to Real Madrid and becomes the third highest in Premier League history, behind Alexander Isak (€150 million) and Florian Wirtz (€136 million) who joined Liverpool last summer. Anderson, who has 13 England caps and played 50 matches last season for Forest, is the first signing under new manager Enzo Maresca, who succeeded Pep Guardiola this Monday.
Mercato 2025 : l'actu des transferts footElliot Anderson transfers to Manchester City for record €135 million
Manchester City announced on Thursday that they have reached an agreement with Nottingham Forest for the transfer of midfielder Elliot Anderson for €135 million, setting a new record for an English player. The 23-year-old, currently at the World Cup with England where he is a starter, underwent his medical in Kansas. The fee surpasses Jude Bellingham's transfer to Real Madrid (€127 million) and becomes the third highest in Premier League history behind Alexander Isak (€150 million) and Florian Wirtz (€136 million), both of whom joined Liverpool last summer. Anderson, who played 50 matches last season for Forest, becomes the first signing of new Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca, who replaced Pep Guardiola this week.
Mercato 2025 : l'actu des transferts footManchester City Sign Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest for Record €135 Million
Manchester City have announced a €135 million agreement with Nottingham Forest to sign 23-year-old English midfielder Elliot Anderson, setting a new record for the most expensive English player. The transfer fee surpasses Jude Bellingham's €127 million move to Real Madrid and ranks as the third highest in Premier League history, behind only Alexander Isak (€150M) and Florian Wirtz (€136M). Anderson, currently at the World Cup with England where he is a starter, completed his medical in Kansas. The transfer is the first signing of the Enzo Maresca era, who replaced Pep Guardiola as Manchester City manager earlier this week.
Mercato 2025 : l'actu des transferts footElliot Anderson Officially Signed by Manchester City
Manchester City have officially signed 23-year-old midfielder Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest after a tense negotiation period. The transfer fee was reportedly over £120 million, which priced out Manchester United, who had Anderson on their shortlist alongside Carlos Baleba and Adam Wharton. Anderson is currently competing in the 2026 FIFA World Cup with England and completed his medical in Kansas. The move will be finalized upon his return to England. Manchester City announced the agreement on their official website, wishing Anderson and England success in the World Cup. The signing is a blow to Manchester United fans, as their local rivals secured a top talent they had targeted. Manchester United have only signed Ederson to replace Casemiro so far this summer.
Yardbarker: SoccerManchester City Breaks English Transfer Record for Elliot Anderson
Manchester City has set a new English transfer record by signing midfielder Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest for €135 million. The 23-year-old England international's move surpasses previous domestic records, placing him just behind Swedish striker Alexander Isak in the all-time Premier League transfer fees. The deal underscores Manchester City's continued financial power and their commitment to acquiring top English talent.
kicker Fußball NewsManchester City to Break British Transfer Record for Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson
Manchester City have agreed a £116 million deal with Nottingham Forest to sign midfielder Elliot Anderson, making him the most expensive British footballer in history, surpassing Declan Rice's £105m transfer to Arsenal. The 23-year-old, who joined Forest from Newcastle for £35m two years ago, has become a key player for both club and country, starting every game for England manager Thomas Tuchel at the World Cup. Statistical analysis reveals Anderson led the Premier League in touches (3,300), duels won (298), possessions won (306), fouls won (80), and passes completed among central midfielders (2,038). He also ranked second in distance covered (411km) and high-intensity pressures (1,895). Despite Forest's 16th-place finish and four managerial changes, Anderson delivered four goals, four assists, 54 chances created, and 4.8 expected assists. The transfer eclipses City's previous record of £100m paid for Jack Grealish, with formalities expected after the World Cup concludes.
BBC SportWhy are Manchester City breaking the British transfer record for Elliot Anderson?
Manchester City have agreed a £116 million deal with Nottingham Forest to sign 23-year-old midfielder Elliot Anderson, making him the most expensive British player in history, surpassing the £105 million Arsenal paid for Declan Rice in 2023. Anderson, who joined Forest from Newcastle for £35 million two years ago, has become a crucial player for both club and country, starting every game for England at the World Cup. Statistical analysis shows Anderson led the Premier League in touches (3,300), duels won (298), possessions won (306), and fouls won (80) in the 2025-26 season, while also topping central midfielders in passes completed (2,038) and line-breaking passes (376). Despite Forest's 16th-place finish and four managerial changes, Anderson's consistent availability (37 league starts) and ability to influence both defensive and offensive phases have justified the record fee. He will become City's record signing, surpassing the £100m paid for Jack Grealish.
BBC SportTransfermarkt Lists Manchester City's Most Expensive Signings; Anderson Tops at €135 Million
On July 2, Manchester City officially announced the signing of Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest for €135 million, making him the club's most expensive signing in history according to Transfermarkt. The list of Manchester City's top 10 most expensive signings includes Jack Grealish (€117.5 million from Aston Villa, 2021/22), Josko Gvardiol (€90 million from RB Leipzig, 2023/24), Kevin De Bruyne (€76 million from Wolfsburg, 2015/16), Omar Marmoush (€75 million from Eintracht Frankfurt, 2024/25), Antoine Semenyo (€72 million from Bournemouth, 2025/26), Ruben Dias (€71.6 million from Benfica, 2020/21), Rodri (€70 million from Atletico Madrid, 2019/20), Riyad Mahrez (€67.8 million from Leicester City, 2018/19), and Aymeric Laporte (€65 million from Athletic Bilbao, 2017/18). The data is sourced from Transfermarkt and originally reported by hupu soccer.
虎扑 - 足球Manchester City Agrees Record Transfer for Elliot Anderson
Manchester City has reached a historic agreement with Nottingham Forest to sign midfielder Elliot Anderson for approximately €135 million (116 million pounds), making him the most expensive signing in City's history and the most expensive British player ever, surpassing Jude Bellingham. The 23-year-old England international, nicknamed 'Geordie Maradona', will sign a five-year contract until 2031 with an option for an additional 12 months. He will earn 300,000 pounds per week, placing him in the second salary tier behind Erling Haaland. The deal was finalized while Anderson was in the United States with the England national team, where he underwent his medical in Kansas City. City outbid rivals Manchester United, who had also pursued the midfielder. Anderson is expected to take a central role in City's midfield under new manager Enzo Maresca, who replaced Pep Guardiola.
Feed MRSS-S real_madrid_aOfficial: Elliot Anderson Breaks the Market – Most Expensive Signing in Manchester City History
Manchester City has officially signed Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest for approximately €135 million (£116 million), making him the most expensive signing in the club's history and the most expensive British player ever, surpassing Jude Bellingham and Declan Rice. The 23-year-old England international midfielder, nicknamed 'Geordie Maradona', signed a five-year contract until 2031 with an optional 12-month extension. He will earn £300,000 per week, placing him on the second salary tier behind Erling Haaland. City outbid rivals Manchester United, who had long tracked the player. The transfer fee approaches the top five most expensive signings in history, nearly tying with Philippe Coutinho's €135M move. Anderson was previously sold by Newcastle for just over €41M in 2024.
Feed MRSS-S real_madrid_aElliot Anderson joins Manchester City for record €150 million transfer fee
Manchester City has announced the signing of 23-year-old midfielder Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest for €150 million, making it the most expensive transfer in Premier League history and the third-largest globally after Neymar and Mbappé. The England international, currently at the FIFA World Cup, underwent his medical in Kansas. Anderson started his career at Newcastle before moving to Nottingham Forest for €40 million two years ago. Despite limited Champions League experience (2 appearances), he has accumulated 150 professional matches and 11 England caps under Thomas Tuchel. Manchester City beat competition from Manchester United and Newcastle to secure the deal after two rejected offers. The transfer sets a new Premier League record, surpassing the €145 million Liverpool paid for Alexander Isak the previous year.
Foot Mercato : Info Transferts Football - Actu Foot TransfertElliot Anderson Joins Manchester City for €135M, Becomes Premier League's Second Most Expensive Signing
Manchester City has officially confirmed the signing of 23-year-old English midfielder Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest for a fee of €135 million, making him the second most expensive signing in Premier League history. The deal ranks as the fourth-largest transfer fee of all time globally, following Neymar (€220M), Kylian Mbappé (€180M), and Alexander Isak (€145M). Anderson, currently participating in the FIFA World Cup with England under coach Thomas Tuchel, underwent his medical in Kansas. Despite limited top-level experience—only 150 professional matches and two brief Champions League appearances—his box-to-box profile attracted multiple top English clubs. Manchester City's initial two offers were rejected before the clubs reached agreement. Anderson began his career at Newcastle United before moving to Nottingham Forest for €40M two years ago.
Foot Mercato : Info Transferts Football - Actu Foot TransfertManchester City sign Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest for club-record £116 million
Manchester City have officially confirmed the signing of English midfielder Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest for a club-record £116 million fee. The 23-year-old England international, currently competing at the FIFA World Cup with the Three Lions, completed his medical in Kansas and will join City after the tournament. Anderson, who helped England beat DR Congo in the World Cup, will sign a five-year contract at the Etihad. The transfer surpasses the £100 million City paid for Jack Grealish in 2021. Anderson is expected to add depth and quality to City's midfield following the departure of Bernardo Silva. He is unlikely to join City's Asia tour due to World Cup commitments, with a potential debut in the Community Shield against Arsenal on August 16. Anderson is City manager Enzo Maresca's second summer signing.
Mirror - Transfer NewsManchester City confirm £116m club-record signing of Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest
Manchester City have officially confirmed the signing of Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest for a club-record £116 million fee. The 23-year-old England midfielder completed his medical in Kansas while on international duty at the FIFA World Cup, where he recently helped England defeat DR Congo. Anderson will sign a five-year contract at the Etihad, adding depth following Bernardo Silva's departure. The transfer surpasses the £100m City paid for Jack Grealish in 2021. Manchester United also expressed interest but refused to meet Nottingham Forest's asking price. Due to World Cup commitments, Anderson is unlikely to join City's summer tour of Asia; his potential debut could come in the Community Shield against Arsenal on August 16. He is manager Enzo Maresca's second signing of the summer.
Mirror - Transfer NewsManchester City Confirm £116m Club-Record Signing of Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest
Manchester City have announced the club-record signing of midfielder Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest for a straight fee of £116 million. The 23-year-old England international, who recently helped the national team beat DR Congo in the World Cup, has signed a five-year contract. Anderson's arrival adds depth to City's midfield following Bernardo Silva's departure. The transfer eclipses the £100m City paid for Jack Grealish in 2021. Anderson is currently with England at the World Cup in the US and is unlikely to join City's summer tour, with his potential debut expected in the Community Shield against Arsenal on August 16. He joined Forest from Newcastle for £35m in 2024, making 92 appearances with six goals and 11 assists.
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