Ross Wilson finally responds to Newcastle links with Elliot Anderson

14 December 2025 at 23:30

Newcastle United sold Elliot Anderson to Nottingham Forest, and he has been linked with a return in recent months.

Ross Wilson was the director for Nottingham Forest when they signed the player from Newcastle, and Wilson is now the sporting director at Newcastle.

Newcastle keen on Elliot Anderson return

Manager Eddie Howe has always been vocal about his admiration for Anderson, and he has previously admitted that he would love to have the player back at the club. Naturally, that has fuelled speculations surrounding the midfielder’s potential return to his former club.

Ross Wilson was recently asked whether he would make a move for the Nottingham Forest midfielder in future. Wilson has added fuel to the fire by claiming that he likes the player a lot. It will be interesting to see if Newcastle decide to make a move for him at the end of the season.

He said to the Shields Gazette: “I like him a lot”.

Anderson has done really well

Nottingham Forest central midfielder Elliot Anderson (Photo by Dan Istitene/Getty Images)

Anderson has been excellent for Nottingham Forest, and he is certainly one of the finest young midfield talents in the Premier League right now. Bringing him back to the club would be a wise decision for Newcastle. However, they will have to pay a lot of money to get the deal done. Nottingham Forest will not want to lose a player like him easily. Also, multiple big clubs are monitoring his development, and there is likely to be intense competition for his signature.

The midfielder might prefer to join a big club where he will be able to fight for titles and compete in the UEFA Champions League regularly. Newcastle have an ambitious project and a talented squad. However, they are not quite at the level to compete with the elite clubs yet. It remains to be seen how the situation develops.

They are one of the wealthiest clubs in the world, and they have the finances to get the deal across the line. They already have quality midfielders like Bruno Guimarães, Sandro Tonali, and Joelinton. Adding Anderson could take them to a whole new level.

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Sources: “Expect bids” – Man United ready to sell £70m star to help fund two big signings

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By:Mark Brus

12 December 2025 at 15:35

Manchester United seem increasingly open to cashing in on Bruno Fernandes, who remains a target for Saudi Pro League clubs.

As first reported here in the Daily Briefing, sources “expect bids” for Fernandes as both Al Hilal and Al Ittihad show a strong interest in him.

It’s anticipated that Man Utd could sell Fernandes for around £70m, with the Portugal international regarded as their most sellable asset.

This comes as Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS have been eager to make the club more financially stable since taking over.

Bruno Fernandes sale may be necessary to fund new Man United signings

Bruno Fernandes in action for Man Utd (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

With United targeting ambitious signings in midfield such as Elliot Anderson and Carlos Baleba, it seems Fernandes has been identified as someone worth cashing in on to help fund those moves.

Bruno Fernandes transfer exit could be a big risk

For now, though, is it actually worth offloading someone as influential as Fernandes while Ruben Amorim is still rebuilding this side and trying to get more consistency?

Just see below as Fernandes is rated by FotMob as United’s best performer this season, while he’s top for assists and second for goals…

Bruno Fernandes stats this season (FotMob)

It might be tempting to think Fernandes’ influence will soon wane with age, but some top players have continued to go on performing at the very highest level well into their late 30s, so this is clearly something the club need to think carefully about.

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Sources: Man United shortlist two centre-back targets but primary January focus lies elsewhere

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By:Ahad Shaukat

10 December 2025 at 15:18

Manchester United are keeping a close eye on Austrian centre-back David Affengruber, who has impressed this season with his performances for Elche in La Liga.

However, while reports linking the 24-year-old to Old Trafford continue to circulate, sources inside the club insist that midfield reinforcements remain the club’s main focus heading into the January transfer window, sources close to the agents industry have informed CaughtOffside.

Affengruber has been one of the standout defenders in Spain this season. Man United scouts have attended multiple Elche fixtures, and internal reports on the Austrian’s performances have been “highly positive”.

Elche, aware of the growing interest from Europe’s top clubs, have moved quickly to protect their asset. The La Liga side have set a price tag of around €30 million in hopes of deterring a January move.

Midfield addition remains the priority for Man United

While Affengruber is viewed as a long-term investment, United are not expected to prioritise a move for the defender in the upcoming window, given their more pressing need for midfield reinforcement.

The Red Devils’ recruitment team has placed midfield reconstruction at the top of the club’s transfer agenda.

Sources indicate that Casemiro’s declining form and fitness issues, coupled with his age and potential exit at the end of the season, have accelerated plans to bring in younger, more dynamic options.

United have identified their midfield targets

Angelo Stiller of Stuttgart (Photo by Daniela Porcelli/Getty Images)

Man United’s shortlist includes Angelo Stiller of VfB Stuttgart, Elliot Anderson of Nottingham Forest, and João Gomes from Wolves.

All three have been identified as players capable of fitting into Amorim’s high-energy pressing system.

The club’s hierarchy believes that solidifying the midfield will not only improve defensive stability but also provide the creativity and energy needed to support the forward line.

United are expected to continue monitoring Affengruber and other central defenders. Alongside the Austrian, Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite remains a long-term target.

Man United’s January business will likely revolve around midfield upgrades, but the club continues to build an extensive network of young defensive targets for the summer.

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