Manchester City Are Leading The Race For This Nottingham Forest Star: Should Pep Move In For Him? | OneFootball

In a recent interview, former Manchester United chief scout Mick Brown claimed that Manchester City are leading the race for Nottingham Forest star Elliot Anderson. Brown said,

“Man United would love to sign Anderson, everybody knows that.

“But at the moment, they feel like City are probably the favourites because they can afford to spend more, like we saw last year and in January.

“It’s difficult to know what Man United’s situation is, but their budget is unlikely to stretch to the £100million Forest are going to want for Anderson.

“So that puts City in a strong position to get the deal done.

“From his point of view as well, Man United have improved this season but there’s more of a certainty about Man City and competing for trophies.”

Anderson’s Impressive Form In English Football

Anderson is having a decent campaign at the Midlands club as he has put in a run of impressive displays for them at the centre of the park. The 23-year-old has scored two goals and earned three assists in 41 matches for Nottingham this season across all competitions.

The English talent is currently one of the best central midfielders in the Premier League. Thus, it is no surprise that Man City are showing interest in recruiting him this summer.

LONDON, ENGLAND – MARCH 31: Elliot Anderson of England is challenged by Daichi Kamada of Japan during the international friendly match between England and Japan at Wembley Stadium on March 31, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Should Manchester City Boss Pep Guardiola Move In For Anderson?

Anderson is a good tackler of the ball and can read the danger well to secure the ball back for his team inside his half. He doesn’t mind clearing the danger when needed and can shoot the ball with venom from long range.

The English sensation can create some inviting chances for others around him in the final third and is an energetic runner with the ball. He is primarily a box-to-box midfielder but can also serve as a defensive midfielder or play in the number ten position if required.

We can expect Anderson to add more quality and depth to Man City head coach Pep Guardiola’s midfield. He has what it takes to nail down a regular first-team spot at the Etihad Stadium and could serve as an ideal long-term successor to Rodri at the Mancunian club.

At 23, Anderson has his best years ahead of him, so Guardiola would be wise to move in for him in the upcoming transfer window.