Elliot Anderson: Is Man City midfielder living up to the hype?
Manchester City midfielder Elliot Anderson is facing scrutiny regarding his performance following a high-profile £116m transfer. Despite his success at Nottingham Forest and with the England national team, analysts are evaluating if he is meeting expectations at his new club.
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Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Elliot Anderson started his career at Newcastle before moves to Nottingham Forest and Manchester City
Manchester City reporter Published 6 November 2026, 12:00 GMT Elliot Anderson's stock has risen astronomically and there were considerable expectations on the midfielder's shoulders after sealing a £116m move from Nottingham Forest to Manchester City in the summer.
The 24-year-old established himself as one of the best players in the Premier League and has become a key man for England, helping Thomas Tuchel's side to a third-placed finish at this summer's World Cup.
His highly impressive performances for Forest over the past two seasons had him tracked by the likes of Manchester United and Arsenal before his move to Etihad Stadium.
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