Manchester City makes opening bid for Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson

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Last updated Jun 11, 2026

Manchester City makes opening bid for Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson
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Manchester City has made an opening bid for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson, but the offer has been rejected. Nottingham Forest is seeking a premium valuation for Anderson, who recently impressed with his performances and earned international caps for England. City's new manager Enzo Maresca and Sporting Director Hugo Viana view Anderson as a key target to enhance their midfield. The pursuit of the player continues as Forest aims to secure the best deal if he departs this summer, with interest also reportedly coming from other top clubs like Manchester United.

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  • Manchester City launched a bid for Elliot Anderson on June 3, 2026.
  • Nottingham Forest rejected the initial offer for the midfielder.
  • City aims to improve their squad after missing the top-flight title last season.
  • Anderson has gained attention following his strong performances and recent England caps.
  • Negotiations may continue as Forest seeks optimal compensation for any potential transfer.
Latest Updates
  • 9:49 PMYahoo SportsMan City may abandon Elliot Anderson transfer after Nottingham Forest turn down bid
  • 2:06 PMYahoo SportsMan City second offer for Anderson rejected
  • 2:06 PMBBC SportMan City second offer for Anderson worth £120m rejected
  • 9:35 AMYahoo SportsNottingham Forest want £130 million Elliot Anderson deal with Manchester City
  • 6:00 AMYahoo SportsMan City Make £106m Push For Midfielder Bid as Forest Hold Firm
  • 5:35 AMYahoo SportsNottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis accepts inevitable Elliot Anderson sale to Manchester City
  • 10:50 PMYahoo SportsManchester City have no choice but to go big to sign their top summer transfer target
  • 8:40 PMThe Guardian SportNottingham Forest reject Manchester City’s £122m bid for Elliot Anderson
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City increase initial bid, Manchester United interest now uncertain Forest want fee to match British record £125m for Alexander Isak Manchester City have made a second bid worth £122m for Elliot Anderson which has been rejected by Nottingham Forest, who want a British record transfer fee of £125m before any add-ons for the England midfielder. City’s offer follows an initial bid of £80m for the 23-year-old and is worth a guaranteed £106m plus £16m in potential add-ons. This would break the club’s record transfer of £100m paid to Aston Villa for Jack Grealish in August 2021. Continue reading...

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Manchester City had their first bid for Elliot Anderson rejected by Nottingham Forest. Despite this setback, it was expected that City would return with a second bid to sign the midfielder they desper...

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In a recent Q&A, Manchester Evening News writer Simon Bajkowski claimed that Manchester City remain optimistic about landing Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson. It has been mentioned that th...

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