Overview
- TEAMtalk-sourced reports carried by Football365 and CaughtOffside say United are preparing a substantial offer, with Forest valuing Anderson around £80m and United believing a deal could be done closer to £60m.
- Manchester Evening News argues Anderson is a No.8 rather than a natural No.6, noting United’s stated priority is a defensive midfielder to succeed Casemiro.
- Forest are described as reluctant sellers, with MEN citing a mooted £70m price and pointing to recent examples of the club holding firm on key players.
- Anderson’s stock has risen after an eye-catching display against United, including 84 touches, and public praise from Thomas Tuchel and Sean Dyche.
- Fan reaction highlighted by TBR Football is broadly positive, with some preferring Anderson to Carlos Baleba, whom United pursued in the summer but reportedly would not sign at a £100m valuation.