Major Transfer Setback for Manchester United as Top Midfield Target Declines Old Trafford Move: Report

Manchester United must reconsider their strategies as they seek to revitalize Ruben Amorim's aging midfield.

The Red Devils currently have 33-year-old Casemiro and 31-year-old Bruno Fernandes central to their setup, with the former’s contract set to expire this upcoming summer.

Although Man United were unable to secure Brighton and Hove Albion's Carlos Baleba, they are reportedly shifting their focus to Nottingham Forest's versatile midfielder Elliot Anderson.

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Elliot Anderson has reportedly made a decision on his future

Transfers journalist Sacha Tavolieri states that Anderson has expressed his desire to join Manchester City next summer to his representatives.

The 23-year-old delivered a Man of the Match performance over the weekend, despite Forest's loss to Brighton, and is poised to start alongside Declan Rice for England at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as it stands.

Reports suggest that Man City are hesitant to meet the £100 million asking price, and a transfer is more probable to materialize after next summer's World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

With Anderson under contract at the City Ground until June 2029, Nottingham Forest holds significant leverage in negotiations; however, his current performances indicate he may soon outgrow the East Midlands club.

According to FourFourTwo, Manchester City appears to be the most sensible choice for Anderson to advance his career.

The Newcastle-born midfielder excels at reclaiming possession high up the pitch, adding a new facet to Man City's established midfield and their proactive playstyle.

Furthermore, Anderson possesses the ability to drive forward and penetrate the box with the ball, setting him apart from other progressive midfielders who often struggle to breach an opponent's defensive line.