Manchester City have agreed a club record PS116m deal to sign Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest. The England midfielder, currently at the World Cup, is set to undergo a medical after Saturday's final group match against Panama. The fee could rise to PS130m according to some sources, which would make it the most expensive transfer in British football history.
The Anderson deal is the headline move on a busy June 27 for European football. Chelsea are closing in on two signings, Arsenal have had a big bid rejected, AC Milan have smashed their own transfer record, and Mason Greenwood is edging toward a move to Roma. The summer window is delivering drama by the hour.
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Elliot Anderson: PS116m Club Record Transfer to Man City
The numbers are staggering. PS116m for a 23-year-old midfielder who was playing for Newcastle's academy two years ago and joined Forest for PS35m in the summer of 2024. That is a PS81m profit for Forest in two seasons, and a statement of intent from Manchester City that they are willing to spend whatever it takes to rebuild their midfield.
City sources insist the fee is PS116m with no bonuses attached. That would break City's own club record, previously held by Josko Gvardiol at PS77m. However, other sources claim the total package could reach PS130m with achievable add-ons, which would surpass the PS125m Liverpool paid Newcastle for Alexander Isak last summer and set a new British transfer record.
Forest had rejected two previous offers from City, holding out for their valuation. The third bid proved decisive. Personal terms are not expected to be an issue. There was always confidence on City's side that the deal would get done once they met Forest's asking price.
Anderson has made 88 appearances for Forest, scoring four goals, since his PS35m move from Newcastle. He helped Forest finish seventh in the Premier League in 2024-25 and then 16th last season, when they also reached the Europa League semi-finals. His rise has been rapid, and his World Cup performances for England have only increased his market value.
"It's pretty easy really, I'm just focusing on the present, I'm blocking it all out," Anderson told BBC Sport this week when asked about the transfer. "I've got a plan and it's to perform for England. I'm putting myself in the best position to cross the line and do that."
The move makes sense for City. Their midfield has aged, with Kevin De Bruyne's departure and the ongoing uncertainty around Rodri's future. Anderson offers energy, pressing intensity, and the technical quality to thrive in Pep Guardiola's system. At 23, his best years are ahead of him. The fee is enormous, but City have the financial muscle to absorb it.
Chelsea Double Swoop: Lacroix and Palestra
Chelsea are not sitting idle while City flex their financial muscle. Two signings are in the works, both addressing areas where the squad needs reinforcement.
Crystal Palace centre-back Maxence Lacroix is expected to complete a move to Stamford Bridge for approximately PS47.4m (55m euros) after he finishes his World Cup campaign with France. The 26-year-old has been on Chelsea's radar for over a year and would add physicality and aerial dominance to a defense that has leaked too many goals in recent seasons.
Lacroix joined Palace from Wolfsburg in 2024 and was one of the best defenders in the Premier League last season. His partnership with Marc Guehi at Palace was formidable, and Chelsea will hope he can replicate that form in west London. The fee represents good value in a market where elite centre-backs regularly command PS60m-plus.
Meanwhile, Italy right-back Marco Palestra is set to complete his move from Atalanta to Chelsea after undergoing a medical in London. The 21-year-old, valued at around PS50m, is one of the most promising full-backs in Serie A and fits Chelsea's strategy of signing young, technically gifted players. He will compete with Reece James for the starting spot, providing cover for the injury-prone England international.
These two signings would take Chelsea's summer spending past PS95m, and they are not done yet. Manchester United have joined Chelsea and Arsenal in the race to sign Uruguay left-back Maxi Araujo from Sporting, which could spark a bidding war.
Arsenal's PS55m Guimaraes Bid Rejected
Arsenal have made their move for Bruno Guimaraes, and Newcastle have slammed the door shut. The Gunners submitted a PS55m bid for the Brazilian midfielder, which was immediately rejected by the Magpies.
Guimaraes has been a transformative signing for Newcastle since arriving from Lyon in 2022. He is the heartbeat of their midfield, combining technical excellence with physical dominance and an eye for goal. Newcastle have no desire to sell, and their valuation is believed to be significantly higher than Arsenal's opening offer.
Arsenal may return with an improved bid, but Newcastle are in a strong financial position after qualifying for the Champions League and have no pressure to sell. The Brazilian has four years left on his contract, which means Newcastle hold all the cards in negotiations.
For Arsenal, the interest in Guimaraes signals their intent to add a proven Premier League midfielder to a squad that fell short in the title race last season. Mikel Arteta wants a player who can dictate the tempo of matches and provide defensive steel alongside Declan Rice. Guimaraes fits the profile perfectly. Whether Newcastle can be persuaded is another matter entirely.
AC Milan Smash Club Record for Goncalo Ramos
AC Milan have agreed a club-record deal to sign Goncalo Ramos from Paris St-Germain, and the Portugal striker has already undergone a medical. The fee is believed to be in the region of PS60m, which would shatter Milan's previous record of PS32m paid to Chelsea for Christian Pulisic in 2023.
Ramos joined PSG from Benfica in 2023 for PS65m but never fully established himself as an undisputed starter in Paris, where the attacking hierarchy includes Ousmane Dembele, Bradley Barcola, and Randal Kolo Muani. He scored regularly when given the chance but found consistent minutes hard to come by.
For Milan, this is a statement signing. They need a reliable goal scorer to compete with Inter and Juventus at the top of Serie A, and Ramos has the pedigree. He scored 27 goals in 47 appearances for Benfica in his final season in Portugal, and his record for the Portuguese national team is excellent. At 25, he is entering his peak years.
Mason Greenwood Closing on Roma Move
Mason Greenwood wants to join Roma, and the Italian club are preparing an offer of up to PS43.1m (50m euros) for the former England striker. Greenwood has been playing for Marseille after leaving Manchester United in 2024, and his performances in Ligue 1 have attracted interest from across Europe.
Fenerbahce and Al-Hilal have also expressed interest, but Greenwood's preference is clear. He wants to play in Serie A under Gian Piero Gasperini, who took over at Roma this summer. Gasperini's attacking style and track record of developing forwards was a key factor in Greenwood's decision.
Greenwood scored 23 goals in 38 appearances for Marseille last season. His technical quality has never been in question, and at 24, he has years of top-level football ahead of him. Roma are finalizing the structure of the deal and expect to submit a formal offer within days.
Newcastle Target Felix Nmecha
With Anderson heading to City, Newcastle are looking to strengthen their own midfield options. Borussia Dortmund's Felix Nmecha has been added to their shortlist for the summer window. The 25-year-old Germany international has been a key player for Dortmund, offering a combination of physicality and passing range that would suit the Premier League.
Nmecha came through Manchester City's academy before moving to Wolfsburg and then Dortmund. He knows English football and would not need time to adapt to the pace and intensity of the Premier League. Dortmund are unlikely to sell cheaply, given Nmecha's importance to their squad, but Newcastle have the financial resources to make it happen.
Tottenham Want Kinsky as New Number One
Tottenham boss Roberto de Zerbi has identified Antonin Kinsky as his preferred goalkeeper for next season. The 23-year-old Czech, currently valued at around PS25m, has impressed scouts with his shot-stopping and distribution.
Spurs are willing to sell Guglielmo Vicario to raise funds for the Kinsky deal. The Italian goalkeeper, 29, joined Tottenham from Empoli in 2023 and had moments of brilliance but struggled with consistency and injuries. De Zerbi wants a more reliable presence between the posts and believes Kinsky can develop into one of the best in the league.
Other Moves: Araujo, Brentford, Koke, Ter Stegen
The transfer grapevine is buzzing with several other notable moves:
- Maxi Araujo (Sporting, left-back) is being chased by Arsenal, Manchester United, and Chelsea. The 26-year-old Uruguay international had an excellent World Cup and his value is rising by the day.
- Brentford are in talks to sign Burnley winger Marcus Anthony, adding attacking depth after a season where they struggled for goals.
- Koke (Atletico Madrid) has received an inquiry from MLS side Atlanta United. The 34-year-old Spanish midfielder may be tempted by a move to the United States as he approaches the end of his career.
- Marc-Andre ter Stegen (Barcelona) is attracting interest from Ajax. The 34-year-old German goalkeeper has fallen out of favor at Camp Nou and could seek a new challenge in the Eredivisie.
What Forest Do Next: Bergvall and Frattesi
Nottingham Forest are not wasting any time finding replacements for Anderson. The club is interested in Tottenham's Lucas Bergvall and Inter Milan's Davide Frattesi, and they are expected to sign two midfielders this summer with the PS116m from the Anderson deal funding the rebuild.
Bergvall, 19, joined Tottenham from Djurgarden in 2024 but has struggled for regular minutes in a stacked Spurs midfield. A move to Forest could offer the playing time he needs to develop. Frattesi, 26, has been a valuable squad player at Inter but wants more starts. His experience in Serie A and the Champions League would bring quality and depth to Forest's midfield.
Forest have shown in recent windows that they can identify and develop talent effectively. The PS81m profit they made on Anderson in just two years is proof of their model. Reinvesting that money wisely could keep them competitive in the Premier League and build on their Europa League semi-final run.
The summer window is far from over. Manchester City have made their statement with the Anderson deal, but Chelsea, Arsenal, and the rest of the Premier League's elite are not standing still. Expect more twists, more record fees, and more last-minute drama before the window closes.
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