The Etihad club has agreed to meet Nottingham Forest’s asking price of 120 million pounds for midfielder Elliot Anderson. A personal agreement is already in place between the player and Manchester City, with the monumental transfer now pending only the final administrative details.
An agreement between the two prominent clubs has been confirmed, with the deal potentially reaching up to 130 million pounds. Sources within Manchester City affirm that the agreement is now finalized, following intense late-stage discussions.
Anderson officially requested his departure from Forest today. His medical examination is scheduled to take place in the United States.
Premier League’s most expensive player in history
Should this transfer proceed under the current terms, Elliot Anderson will officially become the most expensive player ever in Premier League history. This landmark deal surpasses the previous record held by Alexander Isak, who moved to Liverpool from Newcastle for 125 million pounds (approximately 145 million euros).
Furthermore, Anderson is set to become the most valuable British footballer of all time, eclipsing Declan Rice, for whom Arsenal paid West Ham 105 million pounds (around 122 million euros) in 2023.
Anderson, an England starter at the World Cup
Elliot Anderson, a product of Newcastle’s academy, joined Nottingham Forest in 2024 for 40 million pounds. His exceptional performances at the City Ground established him as a pivotal central midfielder, both for his club and for the England national team, with whom he is currently competing in the World Cup.
Anderson has featured in England’s starting lineup for their first two matches of the tournament, notably providing an assist in their impressive 4-2 victory over Croatia. Manchester City views him as a cornerstone of their evolving project, following the departure of Pep Guardiola and the arrival of Enzo Maresca. It is highly anticipated that the midfielder will officially sign with the club after the conclusion of the World Cup.
