Manchester United and City compete for Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson

Manchester United are expressing confidence in their pursuit of Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson, amid competition from Manchester City. City made an initial £80 million bid for the 23-year-old, which was rejected by Forest, who are seeking around £100 million. Both clubs are preparing for a transfer battle as the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, with Anderson valued highly for his performance and potential. United aim to lure Anderson to Old Trafford, while City needs to bolster its squad following recent departures. Negotiations are ongoing, with expected wage demands reaching over £150,000-a-week for the player.

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