Former Manchester United coach Rene Meulensteen has now urged the club to break the bank and sign Elliot Anderson in the summer transfer window. The 23-year-old could cost in excess of £100 million, and it remains to be seen whether Manchester United are prepared to pay up for him.
He told via , “Well, I’ve never made a secret of it, United definitely need somebody in the middle of the park, and Anderson, Baleba and Wharton have been targeted and are all very valid candidates.
“But the one I like, the one I really like, is Anderson. He plays with energy, he’s dynamic, and is exactly what United need. He brings legs and energy, and he’s somebody who would complement Kobbie Mainoo. Anderson has shown every weekend what a good, intelligent player he is – the complete midfield package.”
Anderson is one of the best defensive midfielders in the Premier League right now. The English international could prove to be an excellent acquisition for Manchester United, and he will help them tighten up at the back. He could be the ideal replacement for Casemiro, who is set to leave the club in a few weeks.
The Englishman is a young player with a lot of potential and the ability to succeed at a high level. Manchester United will be competing in the UEFA Champions League next season, and they need to shore things up defensively against world-class attacking players.
The 23-year-old will help protect the defensive unit and allow the creative players to operate with more freedom. His ability to win the ball back and read the game could add a new dimension in the middle of the park for Manchester United.
Meanwhile, the opportunity to play for one of the biggest clubs in the country will be exciting for the young midfielder as well. Nottingham Forest have been fighting for survival, and he will want to compete at a higher level now. He has clearly outgrown them.
The former Newcastle United prospect will look to fight for major trophies and cement his place in the England national team as well. A move to Manchester United could be the ideal next step in his career. He has also been linked with Manchester City. It remains to be seen whether Manchester United can win the race for his signature.
