Forest Transfer Saga Heats up as Reds Reject First Bid and Man United Withdraw
Forest rejected City’s opening offer for Elliot Anderson as the midfielder’s strong season has pushed his asking price toward £100 million.
- On Wednesday, Nottingham Forest rejected an opening bid from Manchester City for midfielder Elliot Anderson. The club insists on a premium valuation, though City remains interested in the England international.
- Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis and City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak met at a UEFA Champions League dinner in Budapest last Thursday. Sources indicate the two leaders discussed broader football matters rather than transfer specifics.
- Seeking to surpass the £105m package deal Arsenal paid for Declan Rice in 2023, Forest reportedly values the 23-year-old Anderson above £100 million. The midfielder impressed last season, recording 50 appearances.
- Refusing to meet the price set by Marinakis, Manchester United pursued the midfielder but ultimately agreed to a £35m deal with Atalanta for Brazilian goalkeeper Ederson. This signals United's shift in summer strategy.
- A move to City would mark the start of a rebuild as incoming coach Enzo Maresca prepares to replace Pep Guardiola. Guardiola announced his departure this summer after ten years at the Etihad Stradium.
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Forest transfer saga heats up as Reds reject first bid and Man United withdraw
Nottingham Forest have rejected Manchester City's opening bid for midfielder Elliot Anderson, with the club reportedly holding out for over £100m for the England international this summer.
Nottingham Forest have rejected Manchester City's initial bid for midfielder Elliot Anderson, who is set to leave the City Ground this summer and is keen on a move to the Etihad rather than city rivals Manchester United. Anderson has had a brilliant season with Forest, making 50 appearances, and his performances have earned him a call-up to England's World Cup squad by manager Thomas Tuchel. City have reportedly made a high initial bid for Ander…
[Sports Chosun Reporter Noh Joo-hwan] Negotiations are underway between England national team midfielder Elliott Anderson’s current club, Nottingham, and Manchester City, who are interested in him. Nottingham is driving Anderson’s transfer fee up to the maximum. According to local British media, Nottingham reportedly rejected Manchester City’s initial offer for Anderson.
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