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Manchester City completes signing of Anderson, eyes more midfielders

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 10:05 PM

Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Manchester City completes signing of Anderson, eyes more midfielders

Summary

Manchester City has confirmed the signing of midfielder Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest for £116 million. Following this addition, City is now focused on further strengthening their midfield, reportedly eyeing Newcastle United's Sandro Tonali and Lille's Ayyoub Bouaddi as potential targets. City hopes to finalize another deal soon to complete their midfield overhaul. The club remains in regular contact with Newcastle regarding Tonali, while Bouaddi is seen as a key prospect for the future.

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Key Details

•Elliot Anderson joins Manchester City from Nottingham Forest.
•City paid £116 million for Anderson's transfer.
•Sandro Tonali and Ayyoub Bouaddi are potential midfield targets.
•City maintains regular dialogue with Newcastle regarding Tonali.
•Signing Bouaddi could solidify City's future midfield strategy.

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10:05 PMYahoo Sports — The hunt for another midfielder is on for Manchester City

What they're saying

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Manchester City have made one strong move to bolster their midfield. Elliot Anderson will sign for the FA Cup and Carabao Cup holders for £116 million from Nottingham Forest, as reported by David Orn...
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