Manchester City has agreed to pay a record-breaking £116 million fee to sign England and Nottingham Forest star Elliot Anderson, as the club prepares for life after Pep Guardiola. The deal, reported by The Athletic and quoted by Goal.com, surpasses the £100 million City paid for Jack Grealish in 2021, making Anderson the most expensive footballer in British football history.
Contract Details and Weekly Wages
Anderson's transfer includes no additional add-ons, with the base fee set at £116 million. He could earn a weekly salary of £300,000 if all performance-related bonuses are met. The five-year deal includes an option for a one-year extension, potentially keeping him at the Etihad until 2032.
Nottingham Forest's Negotiations
Forest had been tough negotiators throughout the summer transfer window, having previously rejected a £106 million offer for the midfielder. Anderson joined Forest from Newcastle United for just £35 million in 2023, meaning the club stands to make a significant profit on the sale.
International Duty and Medical
Anderson is currently on international duty with England at the FIFA World Cup 2026, where he has started both group stage matches against Croatia and Ghana. England manager Thomas Tuchel has granted permission for Anderson to undergo a medical in New York on Friday while remaining with the squad. England will face Panama in New Jersey for their final group stage match.
Impact on Manchester City
The signing signals Manchester City's intent to remain competitive post-Guardiola, who is expected to leave the club next season. City finished as runners-up in the 2025-26 Premier League season and are looking to rebuild their squad with young, high-profile talent. Anderson, 24, is seen as a key part of that future.
