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Manchester City's record £116M agreement to sign Elliot Anderson has been praised by former captain Ilkay Gundogan. Anderson will undergo a medical on Friday to join City. Gundogan says the Forest midfielder is “someone who sacrifices everything for the team”.
What does Gundogan's assessment tell us about Anderson's fit at Man City?
Gundogan's own career at the Etihad Stadium was defined by precisely the qualities he attributes to Anderson. That a player of his experience and standing at the club has offered such an endorsement will do little to dampen the excitement building around incoming manager Enzo Maresca's first major signing.
Why it matters for Manchester City
Anderson's performances for Nottingham Forest last season drew repeated comparisons to the mould of player whose work without the ball is as influential as his contributions with it. The comments speak directly to the profile that City director of football Hugo Viana has sought to build around at the Etihad Stadium this summer.
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| League standing | 2nd in Premier League, 78 pts, 23W-9D-6L from 38 games |
| Recent form | LDWWD |
| Goals this season | 77 scored, 35 conceded (+42 goal difference) |
| Title race | 7 points behind leaders Arsenal |
| Last result | Manchester City 1-2 Aston Villa (2026-05-24) |
What comes next?
Anderson's arrival is expected to be formally confirmed in the coming days, as Manchester City look to strengthen their squad for the remainder of the season. With the transfer window open, City fans will be eager to see how Anderson fits into the team, as they chase Arsenal in the Premier League title race.
