Arsenal bold midfield vision as Elliot Anderson comes as Ødegaard’s long-term heir. The 2026 transfer window just around the corner. Arsenal have allegedly made their eyes bold on the upcoming star of the Nottingham Forest, Elliot Anderson. They have set him as the future heir to the captain Martin Odegaard. There is talk that the Gunners see the 23-year-old England international as a smooth addition to the complex blueprint of midfielders created by Mikel Arteta, even though the 120 million, which he had commanded, caused eyebrows to be raised throughout the Premier League with Nottingham Forest.
Anderson’s Meteoric Rise at Forest
Anderson has changed into one of the most dynamic midfielders in the division. He replaced Newcastle United with Nottingham Forest in a PS35 million deal last summer. The technically smooth, 5’10 right-footed maestro makes Forest engine room and holds his own at the poise of his youth. He has already scored one goal and one assist in 11 starts in the 2025-26 Premier League season. He has a completion rate of 92 per cent and 2.1 tackles per game. His dictation of tempo, as seen on those accurate through-balls that cut defensive lines, has seen him called up to the main England squad. Moreover, he is a talent that is on the verge of becoming an elite player.
🚨 Arsenal are reportedly pushing hard to sign Elliot Anderson and see him as a future key player under Mikel Arteta.
Fichajes claim the club want him in 2026 as a long-term replacement for Norgaard.
Nottingham Forest are said to want around £120m for the 23-year-old, a huge fee… pic.twitter.com/EO2Q8qhj4v
— Arsenal Radar (@ArsenalRadar) November 14, 2025
Navigating the Steep Price Hurdle
However, the PS120 million price tag which is three times more than what Forest invested is an intimidating obstacle. Critics refer to it as overstated considering that Anderson has only had 92 top-flight appearances. Yet his speed of rise and the lack of domestic talent is worth the money. Arsenal might have to sell off fringe players or arrange the payments in a smart way, without having to resist competition of such teams as Manchester United and Chelsea, who would gladly buy such services to rebuild their teams.
🇩🇪🏴 Thomas Tuchel: "Elliot Anderson? At the moment he is one of the best midfielders in the Premier League. That's why he is with us and why he starts for us, because he deserves it." (Sky Sports) pic.twitter.com/gGezDWdRFC
— EuroFoot (@eurofootcom) November 13, 2025
A Strategic Masterstroke in Waiting
A move to acquire Anderson may solidify the midfield dynasty of Arsenal over the coming ten years. This will bring a Scandinavian delicacy with the English roughness. As Emirates loyalists consider this radical undertaking, this much is evident: at Arsenal, there is no limit in regard to ambition. When the deal happens, it will not only do away with Odegaard, it will also rebuild the golden era of the Gunners.
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