Overview

• Multiple UK outlets on 15 October reported Manchester City are preparing a £75m approach for the England international, with no formal bid or agreement confirmed.
• Nottingham Forest are understood to value Anderson in the £75–80m range, according to reporting that also notes expected competition from Chelsea.
• Pep Guardiola has long tracked Anderson’s progress and publicly called him “physical” and “a top player” after a match in March.
• Anderson joined Forest from Newcastle for a reported £35m in 2024, has since broken into England’s squad, and is widely tipped to make the 2026 World Cup roster.
• Newcastle’s sale was driven by PSR constraints that reportedly prevented a buy-back clause, strengthening Forest’s negotiating position in any future deal.