Elliot Anderson joins Manchester City in record £116 million transfer

Manchester City have completed the signing of England midfielder Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest for a reported fee of about £116 million (approximately €135 million), the club’s highest ever purchase and one of the most expensive British transfers in history. The 23‑year‑old signed a five‑year contract that runs to 2031, with an option for an additional year, and will play under new manager Enzo Maresca, who succeeded Pep Guardiola. City director of football Hugo Viana called Anderson “one of the brightest young midfield talents in world football” and praised his energy, work‑rate and passing range. Anderson said City are “one of the biggest clubs in the world” and that he wants to test himself at the highest level, adding that the club’s “relentless, winning mentality” is why he chose the Etihad over rivals such as Manchester United. The transfer was confirmed after Anderson returned from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, during which he helped England secure the bronze medal. The deal reinforces City’s midfield as they aim to maintain dominance in the Premier League and European competitions.