Manchester City is working on a deal proposal for highly rated Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson ahead of the summer transfer window.
The Premier League club is also looking at Chelsea Enzo Fernandez, who is another option they could explore based on what fits into their budget.
Manchester City has reportedly taken the lead in the race to sign Nottingham Forest standout Elliot Anderson, as they prepare a substantial proposal to secure the midfielder ahead of the 2026 summer transfer window.
According to recent reports, the 23-year-old has become a primary target for City, who are eager to revitalize their midfield with a number of exits expected to happen.
Following the confirmed departure of veteran Bernardo Silva and ongoing speculation regarding the futures of Mateo Kovacic and Nico Gonzalez, City’s hierarchy views Anderson as a vital long-term addition to the engine room at the Etihad.
While Manchester United, Arsenal, and Tottenham have all expressed serious interest, City is currently considered to be in pole position to make a deal happen.
Anderson has reportedly made it clear that he is open to making a move elsewhere. Manchester United, which previously viewed Anderson as their top midfield target, appears to be pivoting toward other options like Adam Wharton.
City’s financial and sporting package becomes increasingly a fact that would help give them the advantage to sign the England international over other admires.
Reports coming from Fabrizio Romano confirmed the proposal, which is being prepared by Manchester City, who looked serious in pushing for a deal.
Fabrizio Romano said: “Manchester City are prepared to make a very important financial proposal to Elliot Anderson, leading the race as revealed since March.
“Manchester United is still attentive and keen if the Man City deal doesn’t happen. Nothing advanced with Forest yet.
The England international has developed into one of the most statistically impressive midfielders in the league. For a team like City that values both technical precision and defensive work rate, Anderson offers a unique profile.
For now, Anderson’s move to Manchester City has not taken off, with the focus remaining on seeing the current season come to an end before business can commence.
The deal is not expected to come easily, as there are so many teams, including Chelsea, that would be looking to make some additions of their own in the midfield area.
Elliot Anderson is tied down to a contract with Nottingham Forest until 2029, and his valuation on the market as of today is placed around £125 million despite being brought in from Newcastle United for £35 million.
