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Manchester City’s Transfer Bid for Elliot Anderson Faces Initial Rejection

Manchester City’s initial attempt to secure midfielder Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest has been turned down, highlighting the challenges in their transfer strategy.

Editorial StaffJune 3, 20261 min read

In a recent development, Manchester City had their opening transfer offer for midfielder Elliot Anderson rejected by Nottingham Forest.

Despite this setback, reports indicate that a record fee of £130 million was later agreed upon for the player, marking a significant financial commitment from City.

The situation underscores the complexities of transfer negotiations in football, as clubs navigate both player valuations and market dynamics.

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Update at 21:48 UTC on 2026-06-25

BBC Sport reported Manchester City agree a deal with Nottingham Forest worth up to a British record £130m to sign England midfielder Elliot Anderson. Sky Sports reported Manchester City have agreed a deal with Nottingham Forest to sign Elliot Anderson.

Sources: BBC Sport, Sky Sports