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Manchester United pursues Elliot Anderson amid City interest

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 4:05 PM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Manchester United pursues Elliot Anderson amid City interest

Summary

Manchester United is focused on signing midfielder Elliot Anderson, who is valued at approximately £100m by Nottingham Forest. The club's executives believe they can outmaneuver Manchester City, who recently had an £80m bid rejected by Forest. Additionally, Jason Wilcox, United's director of football, is evaluating Mateus Fernandes as an alternative option to enhance the squad's midfield. Discussions regarding Fernandes are ongoing, with West Ham reportedly seeking around £80m for the 21-year-old.

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By the Numbers

•Elliot Anderson is valued at about £100m by Nottingham Forest.
•Manchester City had their £80m bid for Anderson rejected.
•Jason Wilcox is also monitoring Mateus Fernandes as a midfield option.
•West Ham wants approximately £80m for Mateus Fernandes.

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4:05 PMThe Guardian Sport — Manchester United think they can beat City to £100m-rated Elliot Anderson

What they're saying

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Nottingham Forest rejected City’s £80m bid for midfielder United’s Jason Wilcox also monitoring Mateus Fernandes Manchester United remain intent on signing Elliot Anderson, with the club’s executives optimistic they can beat Manchester City in the race to acquire the 23-year-old midfielder, who is valued at about £100m by Nottingham Forest. Jason Wilcox, United’s director of football, is also monitoring Mateus Fernandes as another option to strengthen the midfield department of Michael Carrick’s squad. West Ham are believed to want in the region of £80m for the 21-year-old Portuguese, though this may prove an unrealistic fee. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Jamie Jackson and Jacob Steinberg

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