Newcastle United are reportedly exploring the possibility of bringing Elliott Anderson back to the club this summer, with the Nottingham Forest midfielder emerging as a potential priority target in the upcoming transfer window.
According to TEAMtalk, Anderson’s name has resurfaced as a potential replacement as the Magpies consider contingency plans amid growing interest in their mid-table star.
Anderson has enjoyed a good season at Nottingham Forest and has attracted the attention of Premier League powerhouses including Manchester United and Manchester City.
However, Newcastle may have a psychological advantage in this race given the midfielder’s history in the club’s academy system.
Newcastle United are preparing for potential midfield changes
Newcastle’s interest in Anderson goes hand-in-hand with the uncertainty surrounding the future of two of their most influential players, Bruno Guimarães and Sandro Tonali.
Both midfielders have been heavily linked with moves to big European clubs in recent months.
Guimarães, in particular, has been linked with teams such as Manchester United, Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain, while Tonali continues to garner plaudits for his consistent performances in the Premier League.
With one of their star midfielders set to leave the club in the summer, Newcastle’s reinforcements are reportedly preparing alternative options to keep their squad strong.
The club is closely monitoring Anderson’s progress.
Since leaving Newcastle early in his career, Anderson has developed into one of the Premier League’s most exciting midfield talents.
The England international impressed with his technical ability, versatility and work rate and became a key figure in Nottingham Forest’s midfield.
His performances this season have significantly increased his market value, with reports suggesting Forest are currently valuing him at between £90m and £100m.
Such a fee would represent a huge financial burden for Newcastle. This would surpass the club’s current transfer record, set when they signed Nick Waltemaid for £69.3 million last summer.
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