Manchester United have reportedly ended their interest in signing Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest due to the club’s £130 million valuation, according to emerging reports.
The 23-year-old midfielder had been identified as a potential long-term target for Manchester United as they continue to evaluate midfield reinforcements ahead of the summer transfer window. However, the club are now understood to have stepped away from negotiations after being informed of Forest’s firm stance on the player’s price tag.
Forest’s valuation, which has been widely reported as a British transfer record fee, is said to have made any immediate move unrealistic for United, who are also balancing financial considerations as part of their broader squad rebuild.
The Premier League giants are believed to be prioritising value-driven deals as they reshape their squad under their current recruitment strategy.
Anderson has enjoyed a rapid rise in prominence since becoming a key figure for Nottingham Forest. His performances in midfield have drawn attention for their technical quality, composure under pressure and ability to dictate tempo in possession.
The England youth international has become an integral part of Forest’s system, contributing both defensively and in advanced build-up phases.
Despite Manchester United’s long-standing interest in strengthening their midfield options, the club are now expected to redirect their attention towards alternative targets. Recruitment staff are understood to have a shortlist of younger, more attainable options across Europe, with the aim of adding depth and competition without committing to record-breaking expenditure.
Forest, meanwhile, remain firm in their stance that Anderson is a central part of their long-term project. The club are not actively seeking to sell and are believed to view the midfielder as one of their most important assets, particularly given his age and development trajectory.
The £130 million valuation was set in an effort to deter interest from rival Premier League clubs and underline their ambition to retain key players.
At this stage, no formal bid was ever submitted by Manchester United, and discussions are understood to have remained at an exploratory level. However, the gap between valuation and perceived market value has ultimately proven too wide for negotiations to progress.
Anderson’s future remains firmly at the City Ground unless a club is willing to meet Forest’s extraordinary demands. While interest from top-tier sides is expected to continue, United’s withdrawal marks a significant development in the early stages of the summer transfer window.
For Manchester United, the decision reflects a broader emphasis on financial discipline and squad balance, as the club continue to assess more realistic opportunities to strengthen their midfield ahead of the new campaign.
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