Man City’s opening bid for Elliot Anderson rejected
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- Manchester City made an opening bid for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson, which Forest rejected.
- Elliot Anderson is a 23‑year‑old England international who was selected for the World Cup squad after a stellar season with Forest.
- Anderson could command a record British player transfer fee, surpassing the £105 million Arsenal paid for Declan Rice in 2023.
- Manchester City is also targeting other players, such as Newcastle’s Sandro Tonali and a young right‑back, to bolster its midfield after Bernardo Silva’s exit.
Why it matters: Nottingham Forest retains Anderson for now, delaying a potential record‑breaking sale, while Manchester City must look elsewhere to fill the midfield void left by Bernardo Silva’s departure.
