Neville Backs Elliot Anderson as Casemiro Successor for Manchester United

Overview

• Neville, speaking after Sunday's final home game at Old Trafford, named Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson the standout option to replace Casemiro, who leaves at season's end.
• Anderson impressed in the 3-2 match with two assists, 110 touches, 20 defensive actions, nine ground duels won, and the highest FotMob rating across both teams.
• Senior United figures Sir Jim Ratcliffe, Jason Wilcox, and Omar Berrada watched from the stands, a presence that reporting says has intensified internal interest in Anderson.
• Neville noted widespread talk that Manchester City also want Anderson, raising the prospect of a two-club battle for the 23-year-old midfielder.
• He said United must add at least two top central midfielders due to a paper-thin squad and the demands of Champions League play, while stressing the need to avoid past panic buys and to replace Casemiro’s leadership and aerial strength.