Anderson’s record-breaking move to Manchester City nears €150m valuation

Anderson’s record-breaking move to Manchester City nears €150m valuation

Elliot Anderson pourrait devenir le milieu de terrain le plus cher de l'histoire. (P. Lahalle/L'Équipe)

Manchester City is reportedly closing in on a monumental deal for midfielder Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest. The England international is keen on a switch to the Etihad, with discussions suggesting a transfer fee that could reach an astonishing €150 million.

The Citizens are poised to make a significant financial commitment as they lead the race for Elliot Anderson. Negotiations between Manchester City and Nottingham Forest are advancing, with both clubs reportedly nearing an agreement for the 23-year-old’s services. While Forest previously declined City’s offer of approximately €140 million, it appears the Premier League giants are now closer to meeting the Tricky Trees’ valuation, rumored to be around €150 million. For Nottingham Forest, who concluded the last Premier League season in 16th place, this potential sale represents a substantial financial boost.

Anderson’s highly anticipated transfer to Manchester City could etch his name into football history. The 23-year-old, who has already earned 11 caps for England, has expressed his strong desire to join the Skyblues, giving City a considerable advantage in securing his signature. Should the final fee surpass €140 million, Anderson would become the most expensive midfielder in the sport’s history. Furthermore, if the valuation hits €150 million, it would equal the Premier League record set by Liverpool for Alexander Isak, potentially placing Anderson’s move among the top three most costly transfers ever recorded.