United hit jackpot in hunt for dream Casemiro successor, massive discount has changed the situation – report

Manchester United witnessed first-hand just how good Elliot Anderson is when they faced Nottingham Forest at Old Trafford. Despite starting as Forest’s deepest midfielder, Anderson was everywhere on the pitch, including in the final third. In addition to his athleticism, his impeccable crossing ability was on display, as he assisted both of his side’s goals in the 3-2 defeat. Old Trafford bid farewell to Casemiro on Sunday and may have caught a glimpse of what is to come next season if United are successful in the transfer market. Manchester United given new hope in Elliot Anderson chase Manchester United are battling with Manchester City for the signature of Elliot Anderson, with Nottingham Forest seemingly resigned to losing the dynamic midfielder they signed from Newcastle United in 2024. Still, Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis is not going to make it easy for Anderson’s suitors. Last month, The Athletic claimed Marinakis has placed a record price tag of £125 million on his head. It has been widely reported that City are in pole position to sign Anderson.  However, journalist Paddy Keogh claims United have not given up on the hunt for the 23-year-old. According to Keogh, Forest’s asking price “seems to be softening after being suggested to be around £125m this summer.” Some figures reportedly believe that it could be closer to £100m. “That changes things,” he adds. Gary Neville wants Elliot Anderson at Manchester United Following United’s win over Forest, Gary Neville said United should look to bring in a midfielder like Anderson to replace Casemiro. “Manchester United need to look at players that are either very young and have a hunger to grow or Premier League-ready players and Elliot Anderson is that,” Neville insisted. Elliot Anderson Stats: 2025/26 Season CompetitionAppearancesStartsGoalsAssistsYellow CardsRed CardsMinutes Played Premier League3736448-3,270′ UEFA Europa League128-131833′ Total4944451114,103′ The former defender also praised Anderson’s tendency to look forward and make a difference in the final third. Recently, The Peoples Person relayed a report claiming Anderson favours a move to Old Trafford over the Etihad. With City now set to lose Pep Guardiola, the Red Devils have a real chance of winning the race for the sought-after midfielder. Featured image Jack Thomas via Getty Images The Peoples Person has been one of the world’s leading Man United news sites for over a decade. Follow us on Bluesky: @peoplesperson.bsky.social Vishal Singh Vishal has worked in the football media industry for over six years, planning, writing, and editing content for several major outlets, including North Star Network. Vishal has a bachelor’s degree in English Literature from Delhi University. Currently a writer at The Peoples Person, he covers Manchester United — a club he has been religiously following and supporting since 2012. Vishal also manages a leading MUFC fan page, The Red Devils, on Facebook with over a million likes. Big fan of ball-playing centre-backs and Harry Maguire’s knee-slide celebration!