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Arsenal join pursuit for Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson

By on November 14, 2025

Arsenal are now being linked with a shock move to sign Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson.

Reports from Fichajes say the North London club have moved into the race for the young English star.

Forest have set a price above £100 million, yet Arsenal still see value in the move, as per the report.

The Gunners want fresh energy in midfield after bringing in older players in recent windows and they see Anderson as a target who can help right away and also grow with the team.

Why Arsenal see him as the ideal fit?

Anderson joined Forest from Newcastle United for around £35 million last season. He has since grown into a vital part of the team at the City Ground.

His numbers this season show why many clubs admire him. He leads the Premier League in completed passes into the final third. He also ranks high for duels won and attacking involvement.

These qualities have made him one of the most talked about young midfielders in England. Forest have him tied to a contract that runs until 2029, and they have no wish to let him go in January.

This makes the deal tough for any team that wants him. Forest believe he will be a major part of their future plans.

Arsenal want to strengthen their midfield for the long term. The arrival of Christian Nørgaard added depth, but he is now past 30 so a long-term replacement is needed.

Anderson fits the profile because he is calm on the ball and strong in key phases of play. He also has the drive to improve, which is something Arsenal value in players at his age.

Strong interest from rivals adds pressure

However, Arsenal will face stiff competition as Fichajes claims that Chelsea and Manchester United are also showing interest in the 21-year-old.

This increases pressure on Arsenal to move before the market gets more intense. Forest are said to want at least £100 million to even consider talks.

Arsenal must decide if they can meet that figure without harming other plans. Convincing Forest to sell will be their biggest hurdle in this chase.

They also need to agree wages that match the player’s growing status. If Arsenal manage to meet these demands, they could secure a midfielder who can shape their future.