Nottingham Forest and Manchester City have reached a total agreement over midfielder Elliot Anderson, with a £116m fee guaranteed and no add-ons. Anderson has been given permission to undertake a medical in New York today.

What does this mean for Nottingham Forest?

The signing of Elliot Anderson is a significant boost to Nottingham Forest's midfield. As of 26 Jun 2026, Nottingham Forest is currently 16th in the Premier League, with 44 points from 38 games, and a recent form of DLDWW.

Why is this transfer important?

The transfer fee of £116m is a significant investment for Nottingham Forest, and it shows the club's commitment to strengthening their squad. Nottingham Forest is 41 points behind leaders Arsenal, and this signing could be a crucial step in closing the gap.

What comes next for Nottingham Forest?

Nottingham Forest will be looking to integrate Elliot Anderson into their squad ahead of the new season. With M. Gibbs-White being the top scorer this season with 15 goals in 37 appearances, the addition of Anderson could provide a significant boost to the team's attacking options.

StatValue
League Standing16th in Premier League
Points44
Recent FormDLDWW
Top ScorerM. Gibbs-White (15 goals in 37 appearances)
Last ResultNottingham Forest 1-1 Bournemouth (2026-05-24)