Overview
- Multiple reports say Arsenal now see a chance to move for the Nottingham Forest midfielder while Chelsea show serious interest and Manchester City remain well placed after talks.
- No agreement has been confirmed, with sources stressing that City feel positive yet rivals believe the race is still open.
- Forest are expected to seek a fee above £100m, and Anderson’s contract running to 2029 strengthens the club’s stance on price and timing.
- The 23-year-old has delivered two goals and three assists in 41 games this season and has earned England recognition, which helps explain the level of interest.
- Arsenal’s budget choices and needs at striker and left wing could complicate a bid, while Chelsea are exploring him as a possible Enzo Fernández replacement and Bayern Munich and Newcastle are monitoring.