Overview
- Reports on Wednesday say Manchester City and Nottingham Forest are in the 'very final stages' of negotiations after City had two bids turned down earlier in the window.
- City's latest package is reported at about £106m up front with add‑ons that could push the total past £120m while Forest is holding out for roughly a £130m deal and prefers a large upfront payment or a July timing.
- England manager Thomas Tuchel has authorised medicals during the World Cup, which would allow Anderson to complete formalities while on international duty in North America.
- The player is understood to favour a move to City and Manchester United have stepped back, leaving City with a clear run to conclude terms imminently and with further talks expected within 24 hours.
- Pundits and a former scout have publicly questioned the valuation and the fit for Anderson at City, warning of the sporting risk of overpaying and noting that a completed fee would set a new British transfer record and influence market norms for midfielders.