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LONDON, July 2 (Reuters) - England midfielder Elliot Anderson has joined Manchester City from Premier League rivals Nottingham Forest in a deal reported to be worth up to £116 million ($153 million), making it the most expensive transfer for a British player. The fee, which the clubs did not officially disclose, is reported by British media to surpass the package of up to £115 million that Real Madrid agreed to pay Borussia Dortmund for Jude Bellingham in 2023. The move also sets a new transfer record for Manchester City, eclipsing the £100 million they spent to sign Jack Grealish from Aston Villa in 2021. Anderson, 23, is currently competing at the FIFA World Cup with England and has completed a medical in Kansas, with the formalities of the move to be finalised when he returns to England, Manchester City said in a statement. A product of Newcastle United’s academy, Anderson joined Forest for £35 million in 2024 and made 92 appearances in all competitions, scoring six goals and providing 11 assists. He has built a reputation as a high-energy, tactically disciplined midfielder, strong in pressing and ball recovery while also contributing with progressive passing and ball carrying, and will add to a City midfield that already includes Rodri, Nico Gonzalez, Mateo Kovacic, Tijjani Reijnders, Rayan Cherki, Matheus Nunes and Phil Foden as the club begins a new era under coach Enzo Maresca.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.

Timeline of Events

2021 Manchester City sign Jack Grealish
2023 Real Madrid agree Jude Bellingham deal
2024 Anderson joins Nottingham Forest for £35m
July 2 Deal reported as record British transfer
Thursday Anderson completes Manchester City medical
This week Anderson plays at FIFA World Cup
Upon return Transfer formalities to be completed
Next season Anderson joins Maresca’s City midfield

Why This Matters to You

Anderson's record-breaking transfer shows the growing financial power of soccer. It's a sign of the sport's rising popularity in the U.S. too. If you're a soccer fan, this could mean more high-profile games and players coming your way.

The Bottom Line

Anderson's move to Manchester City is a game-changer. His high-energy style could shake up the Premier League. If you're into soccer, keep an eye on his performance next season. Worth forwarding if you know a soccer enthusiast.