Elliot Anderson has completed a record-breaking transfer to Manchester City, with Nottingham Forest confirming the England midfielder's move for £116 million. The deal makes Anderson Britain's most expensive footballer.
Anderson will join his new club after concluding his commitments in the World Cup. The significant transfer fee is expected to provide Nottingham Forest with greater flexibility in the upcoming transfer window, as the funds can be accounted for in the 2026-27 financial year to comply with spending regulations.
While Manchester United also expressed interest in the midfielder, Anderson made it clear that Manchester City was his preferred destination. He is set to work under new City boss Enzo Maresca as the club aims to reclaim the Premier League title.
Nottingham Forest, under incoming manager Oliver Glasner, are planning to sign at least three to four new players, with a central midfielder being a priority. Among the players Forest is reportedly tracking are Curtis Jones of Liverpool, Lucas Bergvall from Tottenham, and Jack Hinshelwood of Brighton, whom the club scouted last winter.
Following Anderson's departure, Nottingham Forest is reportedly confident in retaining other key players, including Morgan Gibbs-White, Neco Williams, and Murillo. Murillo recently signed an contract extension, and Gibbs-White, who is one year into a three-year deal that made him the club's highest-paid player, is seen as central to Forest's plans for the 2026-27 season. Last summer, Tottenham reportedly attempted to activate a £60 million release clause in Gibbs-White's contract, but the player remained with Forest.