Reports from the English press indicate that the Etihad club has agreed to meet Nottingham Forest‘s asking price, a staggering sum of 120 million pounds. Sources suggest that a personal agreement has already been reached between the player and Manchester City, with the transfer now contingent only on the final administrative details.

The agreement between the two clubs has been widely confirmed: Elliot Anderson is reportedly set to join Manchester City, with the deal potentially reaching up to 130 million pounds. Confirmations from within Manchester City suggest the agreement is now finalized following intensive late-stage negotiations. Anderson himself reportedly requested to depart Forest today, with a medical examination scheduled to take place in the United States.

elliot sanderson poised to become premier league’s most expensive player

Should this transfer materialize under the proposed terms, Elliot Anderson will officially become the most expensive player in the history of the Premier League. This would surpass the previous record held by Alexander Isak, whose move from Newcastle to Liverpool commanded a fee of 125 million pounds (approximately 145 million euros).

Furthermore, Anderson is also on track to become the most valuable British footballer ever, eclipsing Declan Rice, for whom Arsenal paid 105 million pounds (around 122 million euros) to West Ham in 2023.

anderson’s world cup prominence and future at manchester city

A product of the Newcastle academy, Elliot Anderson initially joined Nottingham Forest in 2024 for 40 million pounds. His exceptional performances at the City Ground quickly established him as a pivotal midfielder, both for his club and for the England national team, with whom he is currently competing in the World Cup.

Anderson has featured as a starter in England‘s initial two matches of the tournament, notably providing an assist in their decisive 4-2 victory over Croatia. Manchester City views him as a cornerstone of their evolving project, particularly following the departure of Pep Guardiola and the arrival of Enzo Maresca. It is widely anticipated that the midfielder will officially sign his contract after the conclusion of the World Cup.