Elliot anderson to join manchester city in record-breaking deal

The Etihad side has reached a definitive agreement with Nottingham Forest for the signing of Elliot Anderson, with the 120 million pounds transfer fee now settled. Insiders confirm that the young midfielder has already agreed personal terms with Manchester City, pending only the final medical checks—scheduled to take place in the United States.

Fabrizio Romano broke the news earlier today: “BREAKING: Elliot Anderson to Manchester City—here we go! Clubs have agreed, fee could reach 130 million pounds. Manchester City sources confirm the deal is now finalized following intense final-stage negotiations.”

The most expensive footballer in Premier League history

Should this transfer materialize under these conditions, Anderson would surpass every previous record in English top-flight history. His potential arrival would eclipse the 125 million pounds Liverpool paid Newcastle for Alexander Isak—around 145 million euros at the time.

Beyond the Premier League milestone, Anderson would also become the most expensive British footballer ever, overtaking Declan Rice, who commanded 105 million pounds from Arsenal when he moved from West Ham in 2023.

Proven at international level during the World Cup

Developed in Newcastle’s academy, Anderson joined Nottingham Forest last year for a reported 40 million pounds. His rapid rise at the City Ground cemented his reputation as a key midfield presence, both domestically and on the international stage with England, where he has already featured in the early knockout rounds of the World Cup.

He featured prominently in England’s first two matches, delivering a crucial assist in the 4-2 victory over Croatia. Manchester City’s incoming manager Enzo Maresca has identified Anderson as a cornerstone of the club’s rebuilding project following Pep Guardiola’s departure, with a formal announcement likely to follow the conclusion of the tournament.