Manchester City Pursues Elliot Anderson, Offer Rejected by Nottingham Forest
June 18, 2026 · Javier Navarro
Manchester City has made an initial bid for Elliot Anderson, but Nottingham Forest turned it down. The midfielder, currently in the U.S. with the England squad, is eager to leave this summer. Manchester United is also interested, but not willing to match Forest's high valuation.
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As the international transfer market gains momentum, Premier League clubs are actively involved in player movements and managerial changes. Among the emerging stories is Manchester City's pursuit of Elliot Anderson. According to reports from The Athletic, Nottingham Forest has rejected an initial offer from City for the English midfielder. Despite this, City remains keen on acquiring Anderson. Nottingham Forest, wishing to secure the best possible deal, is open to listening to offers for Anderson, who has expressed his desire to leave this summer. Currently, Anderson is in the United States with the England national team for the World Cup preparations. Manchester United has also shown interest but is hesitant to meet Forest's financial expectations, as they focus on other midfield targets. Anderson still has three years left on his contract, and Nottingham Forest is expected to command a significant transfer fee, considering recent high-profile midfield transfers exceeding €100 million.
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