Manchester City leads race for Nottingham's Elliot Anderson

Manchester City have emerged as the leading contenders to sign Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson, with the England international reportedly leaning towards a move to the Etihad Stadium. Manchester United also hold a strong interest in the 23-year-old but are currently seen as trailing their rivals in the pursuit.

Anderson is widely expected to leave Nottingham Forest this summer, with a transfer fee likely to set a new British record, surpassing the £105 million Arsenal paid for Declan Rice in 2023. Forest are determined to receive a fee that reflects his status, with reports suggesting the club could seek an amount in the region of £115 million to £125 million.

While personal terms are not believed to be an issue for City, negotiations between the club and Forest are ongoing, with a significant gap remaining in their respective valuations of the player. Manchester United’s approach has been characterized by a reluctance to overpay or enter into a protracted bidding war, according to reports.

The midfielder’s future is a primary concern for Forest manager Vítor Pereira, who has publicly expressed a desire to retain his key players. Following the final game of the...