In a recent report, journalist Pete O’Rourke stated that Manchester City are in pole position to land Nottingham Forest star Elliot Anderson. O’Rourke said,
“It’s fair enough to say that Newcastle are down the pecking order in that race to sign Elliot Anderson.
“Eddie Howe’s openly admitted he would love the opportunity to bring him back to the club, he didn’t really want to sell him when they sold him to Nottingham Forest in 2024.
“Anderson has really kicked on since that move. He has really impressed for Forest, establishing himself as one of the Premier League’s most accomplished central midfielders.
“He’s going to be in huge demand this summer, there’s no doubt about that. Manchester City are regarded as the favourites for his signature if he does end up leaving Forest.
“I don’t think Newcastle, especially if they’ve got no Champions League football to offer next season, will be in any position to offer (£100million) due to PSR, FFP, so it looks like one that’s probably going to be beyond them in the summer transfer window.”
Anderson’s Impressive Form In The Premier League
Anderson is having a solid campaign at the Midlands club as he has produced a handful of impressive performances for them at the centre of the park. The 23-year-old has scored one goal and grabbed a couple of assists in 32 matches for Nottingham this season in multiple competitions.
His current contract at the City Ground will run out in the summer of 2029, which could make it tough for Man City to snap him up on the cheap later this year.
Will Anderson Be A Dream Signing For Manchester City?
Anderson loves a tackle and can read the danger well to secure the ball back for his team inside his half. He doesn’t mind putting his foot through the ball when required and has got the vision to create some decent chances in the final third.
The English sensation can strike the ball with power from long range and is an energetic runner with the ball. He has got a wealth of experience in the Premier League and won’t take much time to settle into life in the Premier League.
We can expect Anderson to add more quality to Man City head coach Pep Guardiola’s midfield department. He is more than capable of earning a regular first-team spot at the Etihad Stadium next season.
At 23, Anderson has his best years ahead of him, which makes him a dream signing for Man City to pursue at the end of this campaign.
