Elliot Anderson State of Play as Man City and Man United Circle
United believe Elliot Anderson can still be persuaded after Manchester City saw an initial £80 million bid rejected, reports said.
- Manchester United executives are reportedly optimistic they will beat Manchester City to sign Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson, despite City previously identifying him as their top summer target.
- City had an initial £80m bid for the 23-year-old rejected, though Etihad bosses remain confident in winning the race for the player, according to The Guardian.
- Head coach Michael Carrick is targeting a midfield addition as Casemiro has departed and Manuel Ugarte could be sold, with Anderson identified as the club's top priority.
- Former Manchester City defender Micah Richards claimed last week his former club holds the edge, stating, "the infrastructure is there for the players and you would choose Manchester City."
- Currently preparing for the World Cup with the England squad, Anderson is yet to make a final decision, leaving both Manchester clubs hopeful of securing his signature this summer.
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