Manchester City are still pursuing Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest, and Pep Guardiola’s exit is not expected to stop the deal. Enzo Maresca, set to replace Guardiola, is understood to be fully behind the move and supportive of City’s style and technical midfield needs. Anderson is viewed as a complete midfielder who can press, carry the ball, win duels, draw fouls, play through pressure, and connect defense to attack. His standout Premier League season has made him a highly sought-after target. Manchester United also plan to try for Anderson, believing he could strengthen their midfield, but City feel their long-term planning gives them an advantage.
"Manchester City's pursuit of Elliot Anderson is reportedly still moving ahead, even with Pep Guardiola leaving the club. According to the iPaper, City remain on course to sign the Nottingham Forest midfielder, and the managerial change at the Etihad is not expected to derail the deal. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL CAUGHTOFFSIDE APP FOR ALL THE LATEST & BREAKING UPDATES STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAY"
"Enzo Maresca, who is set to replace Guardiola, is understood to be fully behind the move. This is one of the most interesting transfer battles of the summer because Manchester United are still planning to try for Anderson as well. United admire the player and believe he could strengthen their midfield under Michael Carrick, but City appear confident that their long-term planning gives them the edge. Man City have made Anderson their priority target"
"Anderson has become one of the Premier League's most wanted midfielders after a standout season at Nottingham Forest. He is not a flashy highlights-only player. His appeal is much more complete than that. He can press, carry the ball, win duels, draw fouls, play through pressure and help connect defense to attack. That is exactly the kind of all-action midfielder top clubs are now fighting over."
"For Man City, Anderson makes a lot of sense. Guardiola leaving could have created uncertainty, but Maresca's approval changes the picture. The Italian knows City's style, understands the importance of technical midfielders, and will likely want players who can combine intensity with control. Anderson fits that brief nicely. City are also expected to refresh their squad after missing out on the Premier League title to Arsenal, with Guardiola's exit and Bernardo Silva's departure marking the end of an era."
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