Manchester United target Elliot Anderson may have suffered defeat against Liverpool but his individual performance was eye-catching.
It has been widely reported that Elliot Anderson is Manchester United’s top target heading into the 2026 summer transfer window.
While transfer speculation continues to build, Elliot Anderson was involved for Nottingham Forest as they suffered a late 1-0 defeat to Liverpool on Sunday afternoon.
With United not in action until Monday night against Everton, it gave Red Devils supporters a chance to watch the 23-year-old in Premier League action.
Anderson is expected to cost £85m this summer, and if his performance against Liverpool is anything to go by, he’s worth every penny.
Elliot Anderson dominated Liverpool’s midfield
If there were any United fans hesitant about spending big on Anderson this summer, the way he dominated arch-rivals Liverpool at the City Ground might help to convince them.
Anderson started for Forest in what was Vitor Pereira’s first match as manager, and he played 77 minutes before being replaced. Liverpool scored their winner through Alexis Mac Allister after Anderson was taken off.
As per SofaScore, Anderson earned a 7.2 rating, making him the highest-rated outfield player for Forest, and the highest-rated midfielder of either team.
Anderson boasted an 82% passing accuracy and made two key passes, with 91 touches of the ball.
Defensively, he was superb for the hosts, making a total of seven defensive contributions. He was involved in 13 duels in total and won eight of them. No midfielder won more duels.
Elliot Anderson thrives against Big Six opposition
This is not the first time that Anderson has impressed against a Premier League giant this season.
In fact, Anderson’s masterclass against Manchester City was noteworthy, and it shows United that he can manage the big occasions.
While other targets like Carlos Baleba have struggled under pressure after being linked to United, Anderson has gone up a gear and proven he is one of the best in the division.
Anderson is topping Premier League charts and dominating opponents, even if Forest are having an underwhelming season as a club.
United should be doing everything to make sure he ends up at Old Trafford in the summer.
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