Elliot Anderson: Forest’s clear summer plan for United target revealed
Elliot Anderson: Forest’s clear summer plan for United target revealed Manchester United are hoping that the arrival of a world-class midfielder this summer can propel them back to their former glory. The Red Devils have been starved of success in recent seasons and are yet to win the league since Sir Alex Ferguson retired in 2013. INEOS’ arrival has brought discipline and planning to the English giants’ recruitment, and they have taken a systematic approach to the transfer market.
United invested heavily in the backline in the summer of 2024 and reinforced the attack and goalkeeping departments before the start of this campaign. Next on the Red Devils’ agenda is the middle of the park, which will be significantly weakened by Casemiro’s departure this summer. Manuel Ugarte, who was signed to eventually succeed the Brazilian , has been a disappointment so far and is expected to leave as well.
United are eyeing Premier League-proven candidates who can help dominate the midfield and also hit the ground running at the Theatre of Dreams. Recent reports have suggested that Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson has become a priority for them ahead of the summer. The best in his position in the Premier League?
Anderson rose through the ranks at Newcastle United and left in 2024 to join Forest in a reported £35 million deal. Since arriving at the City Ground, the Englishman has transformed into one of the best in his position in the Premier League. This season, Anderson has been a rare shining light for the West Bridgford club, who are battling for survival in the top tier of English football.
The 23 year old has registered the most successful short passes (1,611), the fourth-most successful long passes (106) and the fourth-most interceptions (34) among Premier League midfielders. He has also won the most duels (254) in the Premier League, highlighting his tremendous dominance in midfield. Anderson has registered two goals and three assists in 41 games across competitions this season, 37 of which have been starts.