Manchester United receive new Elliot Anderson transfer boost as Forest identify replacement for midfielder | OneFootball

Manchester United have received a boost in their bid to sign Nottingham Forest star Elliot Anderson. 

The England international is widely regarded as one of the best midfielders in Europe. 

United and Manchester City are battling to sign him, and Forest are already planning for a future without him.

They have identified Middlesbrough star Hayden Hackney to replace Anderson. 

Hackney has played a crucial role in Boro’s push for promotion this season. He has started 38 Championship matches, bagging five goals and eight assists. 

His impressive performances have earned him the Championship Player of the Season title.

Hackney also has other Premier League admirers in Everton and newly promoted Coventry City. 

United have had a huge revival in their fortunes since Michael Carrick took over as interim manager. 

Last Sunday’s 1-0 win against Chelsea left the Red Devils on the brink of securing Champions League qualification. 

They are third in the Premier League table, eight points ahead of sixth-placed Brighton & Hove Albion. 

Qualifying for the European competition would give them a boost in their pursuit of Anderson. 

The face stiff competition from Man City, who are in pole position to sign him. 

United are looking to reinforce their midfield, with Casemiro set to leave Old Trafford and Manuel Ugarte facing an uncertain future.