Outrageous Premier League stat highlights exactly why INEOS are ready to break club record for this player in 2026

Even amidst Nottingham Forest’s turbulent start to the campaign, Elliot Anderson has continued his stellar form.That’s why the midfielder is set to become one of the most sought-after stars in England when the end of the season rolls around, with the likes of Manchester United, Manchester City and Newcastle United all setting their sights on a deal for the player.Elliot Anderson: The state of play(Photo by Molly Darlington/Getty Images)Of the trio, it’s likely the Magpies will be priced out of a move, with Forest ready to demand upwards of £100 million to sanction Anderson’s exit – just two years after signing him from Newcastle for £35 million.Anderson himself, who hails from Whitley Bay in North Tyneside, may favour a return to his boyhood club, having been spotted in Newcastle’s end at the Carabao Cup final last season celebrating their historic trophy win.Ultimately, though, it’ll depend on which side are able to meet Forest’s price tag, and the two Manchester clubs will be preparing to put their money where their mouths are.United ready to go all-in for coveted Anderson(Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)One report from Manchester World reporter Rich Fay yesterday claimed the Red Devils would even be willing to break their £89m club record fee to facilitate the arrival of the 23-year-old next summer – and it’s no wonder why. United could break their club transfer record to sign a midfielder next year #mufchttps://t.co/C3U8l3JE80 — Rich Fay (@RichFay) December 2, 2025Amid their search for a versatile and tactically-intelligent addition in the middle of the park, they’ve come to the conclusion that Anderson fits the bill.In the top flight this term, the six-capped England international has won possession a whopping 111 times – 34 times more than second-placed Iliman Ndiaye. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🤯 𝐌𝐎𝐒𝐓 𝐏𝐎𝐒𝐒𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 𝐖𝐎𝐍 in the Premier League this season ◉ 111 — 𝐄𝐋𝐋𝐈𝐎𝐓 𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐎𝐍 (𝟐𝟑)◎ 110◎ 109◎ 108◎ 107◎ 106◎ 105◎ 104◎ 103◎ 102◎ 101◎ 100◎ 99◎ 98◎ 97◎ 96◎ 95◎ 94◎ 93◎ 92◎ 91◎ 90◎ 89◎ 88◎ 87… pic.twitter.com/ZPrTKNQjFz — Rising Stars XI (@RisingStarXI) December 2, 2025Read more: Whitwell – ‘Absolutely wonderful’ PL star has already ‘agreed personal terms’ with United, ball in INEOS’ court