Lots of sources saying we've put in a £106m bid for Elliot Anderson.
Transfer fees are now getting beyond belief, I remember when we paid a million for Trevor Francis and thinking that was insane.
Trevor Francis was the England striker and had been at the top of the game for years already. It was his second million pound move. But Anderson had a very good season and we have to trust the judgement of those in charge. Still a British transfer record is some judgement on a player still finding his way in the game.
The money involved now is insane but not the most insane stuff going on.
120 million deal rejected according to the media. Forrest insisting on a British record deal!
If this reporting is correct. We won't be getting him.
I am long ago chilled about transfer fees, they don't really mean that much.
Firstly, the actually amount and terms are never formally published so are mostly informed speculation and often PR coverage for letting a key player leave the team to quell fans anger.
Secondly, the actually fee is only a portion of the total cost, which includes a player signing on fee, agent fees, wages, annual payments, performance linked payments, upfront or phased payments, etc.
Thirdly, the fee depends on the players current contract, how long is left, how much were they originally bought for and the other clubs need for money.
Fourthly, the players value can increase or decrease making a good deal a very bad deal or a very poor deal a great deal.
Fifthly, a lot depends on the clubs finances (which we know only very little), for example Elliot is to replace Bernardo who was probably on higher wages so some saving there, plus other players will be sold at a huge profit best example academy players which offset the cost in the books.
Finally, but I could go on and on, how many trophies and how much success does the player help the team achieve. For example Declan Rice was a record 'bargain' signing, that helped Arsenal win the PL title.
I B let the club worry about finance, Khaldoon and the management team and board do an amazingly good job of that.
I look forward to seeing him in a City shirt and cheering him and the team on.
Would we have won the treble without Super Jack? If not, then he was priceless. £100 million a snip, and we'll probably get a decent amount back on him.
Anderson (https://x.com/PurplePanel/status/2068022316466852169)
What do we think of Anderson's performances so far in the WC?
Not seen much yet to get that excited.
Potential there?
Good interview with him though before the game though. Seems like a decent lad.
latest (https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/2070259614206017553)
I haven't seen that much of him apart from his goal against us. I do wonder if his arrival will mean that Rodri will be allowed to leave. I'm enjoying that certain people are getting infuriated that City are still the strongest player in the British transfer market though.
Id have to give Anderson 6/10 so far in the World Cup. I'm a bit concerned he's not the best fit for our possession based play?
I didn't see much of the game tonight but just before the second goal, he was winning the ball and playing some decent, dangerous balls forward. He didn't seem to be well marked on his performance overall online. But I saw glimpses that I liked. Given the fee, I should should hope so too though!
He's played all 4 games and I've tried to watch him closely. I've not been hugely encouraged but could say that about the rest of the team with a couple of exceptions in Kane and Bellingham.
He's been involved a lot and seen plenty of the ball but I haven't seen the quality there yet.
Anderson deal announced.
https://www.mancity.com/news/mens/man-city-elliot-anderson-agreement-nottingham-forest-63918581
Nathan Ake gone to Fenerbahche.
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🚨💛💙 Nathan Aké to Fenerbahçe, deal done and new centre back for the Turkish side!
Aké wanted a new chapter after many years at Man City and terms with the player have also been agreed.
He looked a bit crap to start with but ended up being a really good player who will always be appreciated for playing a major part in our best ever era. The best of luck to him.
OFFICIAL: Pierce Charles has signed a five-year contract at #ManCity until the summer of 2031.
Charles will now join Championship side Queens Park Rangers on loan for the 2026/27 season.
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🚨🔵 Jeremy Monga has joined Manchester City for fee up to £10m from Leicester City.
It's good to invest in youth but even with that fee, it's probably going to end up a profit making enterprise rather than an investment in the first team. The Premier League is scattered with our former youth players.
Nothing wrong with making a bit of dosh I say. Also, these players are making a decent living thanks to us.
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🚨🇲🇦 Manchester City held initial talks for Ayyoub Bouaddi as potential target for the future.
There are 4 clubs involved, PSG not advancing yet having different top priorities.
#MCFC keen on Bouaddi with possible plan to let him stay at Lille until start of season 2027/28.
More youth action. We might be good in 5 years!
Looks like Savinho is on his way to Spuds.
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🚨🇧🇷 EXCL: Savinho informs Manchester City about his desire to leave this summer.
Savio wants to play more and develop in his career, #MCFC have been informed by the winger. All in Man City hands now.
Stonesy off to be knackered somewhere else.
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⚫️🔵✈️ Confirmed: John Stones will land in Milano on Thursday for medical and contract signing with Inter.
New keeper
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Translated from Spanish
🚨🇦🇷 #ManchesterCity has reached a contractual agreement with Geronimo Rulli.
Savinho was yet another frustrating winger but we'd probably need to buy to replace unless Jack stays!
James Trafford off to Leeds.
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🚨🟡🔵 Leeds United reach verbal agreement with Man City for club record deal to sign James Trafford, here we go!
Club to club deal in place for £40m plus add-ons, long term deal offered to Trafford.
Looks like Rodri is off to Barca and not that twot of a club RM.
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🚨🔵🔴 Rodri has spoken to Deco and Hansi Flick and gave his green light to Barcelona in order to proceed in talks.
Official contract proposal already in Rodri's agent hands and Barça also made contact with Manchester City.
Operation Rodri: full speed for FCB. 💥
He'll probably stay then.
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🚨🩵 Geronimo Rulli to Manchester City, here we go! Deal closed now between clubs with Olympique Marseille.
Rulli will sign a two year deal until June 2028 plus option until June 2029.
Gero, authorized to fly for medical at #MCFC.
(https://cdn.britannica.com/59/24759-050-93FB4A38/Geronimo-1886.jpg)
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🚨 BREAKING: Chelsea fix Friday 5pm UK time deadline for Enzo Fernández exit. 💣
Manchester City in talks with his camp for days but #CFC made it clear: £120M fee with payment terms also communicated.
£120M by Friday at 5pm or Chelsea will not sell Enzo to Manchester City.
Reindeer on his way?
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🚨🇸🇦 More on Tijjani Reijnders and Al Qadsiah exclusive story.
There's a verbal agreement in principle between Al Qadsiah and Manchester City at €61m fee for Reijnders. 🫱🏻�🫲🏼
Deal depends on player's decision. 🇳🇱
Nottingham Forest, keen for weeks but no fresh bid yet.
Quote from: gavin on August 06, 2026, 20:59:31He'll probably stay then.
Rodri spotted boarding a Ryan Air flight to Liverpool tonight, looks like you're right Gav, Barca are skint. Also, today they sold Torres today for £50m to PSG, If they had sold him for £55m they would have had to pay us £10m.
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/HPoYI9UW4AIdDnS?format=jpg&name=4096x4096)
Rodri (https://x.com/kippaxgirlemily/status/2088008225543057801?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E2088008225543057801%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=)
A Ryan Air flight to Liverpool. WTF?
Last minute booking as he was expecting not to have to report for training.
Farewell Rodders.
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🚨🔵🔴 EXCLUSIVE: RODRI TO BARCELONA, HERE WE GO! 💥
Deal agreed for Spanish midfielder to join Barça from Man City, all done for the former Ballon d'Or.
Green light from Man City to last Barcelona bid.
More follows. 💣
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cy0jj65r18yo
Shit. This is depressing after today's performance.
Best of luck to Rodri. Amazing player for us.
Not unexpected but a big blow that.
When Savinho fucks off we will a few quid to spend.
Fernadez and Bouaddi incoming.