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Manchester United drops interest in Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 8:03 AM

Last updated Jun 11, 2026

Manchester United drops interest in Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest

Summary

Manchester United is stepping back from their pursuit of Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson. Initially considered a prime target to strengthen their midfield, United has concluded that continuing to chase Anderson would be imprudent. The club aims to avoid overpaying and engaging in bidding wars. Compounding the situation, United is also looking to secure Ederson from Atalanta, who is currently unavailable due to World Cup commitments. Other potential targets include Matheus Fernandes from West Ham and Bournemouth's Alex Scott.

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Key Details

•Manchester United backs away from Elliot Anderson pursuit.
•United aims to avoid a bidding war for players.
•Ederson's arrival from Atalanta delayed by World Cup.
•United also interested in Matheus Fernandes and Alex Scott.

Latest Updates

8:03 AMYahoo Sports — Man Utd backing away from Anderson chase

What they're saying

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Manchester United are backing away from their pursuit of Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson. The England international had been United's prime target as they look to address their issues in the centre of the pitch. On all three counts, United currently feel continuing to push for Anderson would be a mistake.
— Yahoo Sports

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