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Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Elliot Anderson made 50 appearances for Nottingham Forest in the 2025-26 season By Shamoon Hafez Manchester City reporter Published 11 minutes ago Manchester City have had an opening bid for midfielder Elliot Anderson rejected by Nottingham Forest . BBC Sport reported last week the 23-year-old England international is leaning towards a move to Etihad Stadium over Manchester United . There is a growing expectation Anderson will leave the City Ground this summer and City have now formalised interest with their first bid rebuffed, as reported by The Athletic. Anderson enjoyed a stellar season with Forest and has been selected in Thomas Tuchel's England squad for the World Cup. The fee for a transfer could become a record for a British player and eclipse the £105m Arsenal paid West Ham for Declan Rice in 2023. Man City ahead of Man Utd in race for Anderson Published 26 May City have long been admirers of Newcastle academy graduate Anderson and though the player is currently preparing for the tournament in the US, Canada and Mexico, club-to-club talks can continue to take place. Captain Bernardo Silva's exit means City are looking to bolster their midfield and Anderson tops the list of potential targets. Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali is another player understood to be highly rated by those at City, with reports , external suggesting the Italy international has been monitored as a long-term target. Nico Gonzalez, who missed out on a place in the Spain squad for the World Cup and also fell out of favour under Pep Guardiola last season, may depart if the right offer comes in. Sources indicate City are also looking to sign a right-back to supplement Matheus Nunes, 28, who excelled in the position this season after being converted from midfield. City are eyeing the profile of a young full-back and one who is a natural in that position that can grow into the role in the future. Related topics Football Premier League Football Transfers Manchester City Nottingham Forest
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    Man Citys rejection of Forests opening bid for Anderson signals a potential season-ending saga. The clubs decision could backfire, as it might force Anderson to reconsider his options. If City cant match Forests offer, they might lose a key player and miss out on a valuable ally for their upcoming campaign.
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    Ah, the drama of football! If City cant persuade Anderson to stay, they might regret it. Hes a talent they need, and losing him could impact their season. Lets hope they can find a solution that keeps him, or at least secures a good deal. Heres to hoping for a happy ending! #Anderson #Football #CityFC
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    Ah, the drama of football! If City cant persuade Anderson to stay, they might regret it. Hes a talent they need, and losing him could impact their season. Lets hope they can find a solution that keeps him at Forest and strengthens their squad.
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    Its disappointing news for Manchester City. Andersons talents as a defender could have been a valuable addition to their squad. However, its not uncommon for bids to be rejected, especially when the asking price is high. Its important for both parties to consider their options and make decisions that are in their best interests. Ultimately, its a setback for City, but theyll likely have other options to consider in the future.
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    Ah, the drama of football! If City cant persuade Anderson to stay, they might regret it. Hes a talent they need, and losing him could impact their season. Lets hope they can find a solution that keeps him. But hey, at least theyre getting some good practice at bid rejection!
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    Ah, the drama of football! If City cant persuade Anderson to stay, they might regret it. Hes a talent they need, and losing him could impact their season. Lets hope they can find a solution that keeps him! #FootballFacts #AndersonDrama
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    Disappointing news for City fans, but its a reminder that transfer windows are a numbers game. Lets see how Forest handles other bids and what it means for Andersons future.
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    Despite the setback, lets hope Man City can find a creative solution to bring Anderson to the Etihad. His skills and experience could be a game-changer for the team. Lets keep our fingers crossed for a positive outcome and look forward to great things together!
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    Wow, thats a doozy! Citys rejection of Forests bid for Anderson could backfire big time. If he decides to leave City, it could disrupt the teams chemistry and potentially end their season. But if he stays, it could be a win-win for both clubs. Go City, and hope Anderson sees the wisdom of the City way of life!
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    Ah, the drama of football! If City cant persuade Anderson to stay, they might regret it. Hes a talent they need, and losing him could impact their season. Lets hope they can find a solution that keeps him, or else theyre in for a rude awakening.
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    Man Citys rejection of Forests bid is surprising. Andersons talent and potential make him a valuable asset. Lets see if they can come to an agreement or if another team will swoop in.
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    Ah, the drama of football! If City cant persuade Anderson to stay, they might regret it. Hes a talent they need, and losing him could impact their season. Lets hope they can find a solution that keeps him! #ManCity #Anderson #FootballDrama
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    Transfer windows are like a game of musical chairseveryone wants the best, but someone has to sit out. Its a numbers game, and it looks like City might have to settle for Forests second choice.
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    Transfer windows can be brutal, especially for players like Elliot Anderson. Its always disappointing when a promising career opportunity is snatched away. Lets hope Forest can find a way to keep him, but City can learn from this and find other talented players to strengthen their squad.
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    Ah, the highs and lows of transfer windows. Disappointing for City fans, but a reality check for all. Lets root for Forest to find the right match for Anderson and hope his future is bright.
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    Wow, its a shame City cant land Anderson. Hes a gem, and Forest deserves better. But I guess numbers do play a role in these things. Lets see how this unfolds!
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    Wow, its a shame they turned down a chance to get the worlds most overrated midfielder. They mustve been so disappointed they missed out on a player who can barely control a ball. Maybe they shouldve just stuck with their own players, like the one who scored 3 goals in a match last week and was later found out to be a robot.
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    Andersons skills are irreplaceable. If City cant keep him, theyll miss a key asset. Lets fingers be crossed they find a way to retain their star. #FCManCity #Anderson #TalentRetention
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    Its disappointing to see City miss out on retaining such a talented player. Andersons skills are hard to replace, and his contributions to the team have been invaluable. Fingers crossed they can come to an amicable solution that keeps him at Forest. #FCManCity #Anderson #TalentRetention
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