Manchester City have agreed a £116million deal with Nottingham Forest for midfielder Elliot Anderson, with the 23-year-old completing a medical in Kansas ahead of his move to the Etihad. The transfer is expected to be confirmed soon, though final details have been paused while Anderson resumes his England duties at the World Cup, where he made his third appearance in the 2-0 win over Panama. England face Congo DR in the last 32 on Wednesday.
£21.5m Signing of Mathys Detourbet
City have also agreed a £21.5m deal with sister club Troyes for 19-year-old midfielder Mathys Detourbet. The French club announced the departure, with reports in France putting the fee at around £21.5million. The Manchester Evening News understands the youngster has signed a five-year contract and is expected to join Monaco on loan for the 2026/27 season.
Enzo Maresca Appointment
City are still awaiting confirmation that Enzo Maresca will be the man to replace Pep Guardiola. The former Chelsea boss is expected to be announced as Guardiola's replacement, with City's pre-season tour just weeks away. The club is pushing on with transfer plans despite the absence of a head coach, determined to maintain their silverware push in the post-Guardiola era.
According to Simon Bajkowski, Chief Manchester City Writer, the club is prepared for a busy summer and the Anderson deal represents a marquee signing. The blog will continue to provide updates on City's transfer business and the Maresca appointment throughout the day.
