Transfer draws closer. Manchester City preparing record bid to kick off Premier League

Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson is edging ever closer to a move to Manchester City.

Details: According to insider Nicolò Schira, the City management is currently putting together a massive official bid that will soon be sent to Forest’s offices. The Manchester club is determined to secure the talented player at all costs for their squad.

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It’s reported that Anderson has been identified as Manchester City’s top transfer target to strengthen their midfield this summer. The coaching staff see the 23-year-old as the perfect addition to their current lineup and are ready to invest big in this deal.

Negotiations between the clubs have now entered an active phase. Despite Anderson’s importance to Nottingham, the size of City’s expected bid could prove decisive in sealing the transfer.

It’s worth noting that this season the midfielder has played 4 matches for Nottingham across all competitions, netting 3 goals and providing 3 assists. According to Transfermarkt, his market value stands at €60 million.

Reminder: Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva has decided to continue his career at Barcelona.