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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Good burst to carry the ball forward and arrive late in the box. (conf 0.55)
Decent pace for a midfielder; not a sprinter. (conf 0.5)
Balanced and quick to turn when carrying through midfield. (conf 0.5)
Relentless runner who covers huge ground for Forest and England. (conf 0.6)
Control
Controls cleanly under pressure and sets up his next action. (conf 0.55)
Carries through traffic with a low, controlled touch. (conf 0.55)
Strong for his age, holds possession well when pressed. (conf 0.5)
Powerful long-range striker known for shooting from distance. (conf 0.55)
Distribution
Safe and quick in short combinations in midfield. (conf 0.55)
Good range for switches and forward passes from midfield. (conf 0.5)
Crossing is not a major part of his game. (conf 0.4)
Sees forward runs and breaks lines with progressive passes. (conf 0.5)
Chance threat
Gets into good areas but is not a prolific finisher. (conf 0.5)
Takes shots from range and the edge of the box with intent. (conf 0.45)
Arrives into the penalty area well, noted for his movement there. (conf 0.5)
Little reputation for dead balls beyond his long shots. (conf 0.35)
Duels
Competitive in the air for a midfielder of his size. (conf 0.45)
Won more duels than anyone in the Premier League in 2025-26. (conf 0.6)
Defense
Presses in waves and wins possession high up the pitch. (conf 0.6)
Wins the ball back often through tackles and interceptions. (conf 0.55)
Disciplined in midfield shape and recovers his position quickly. (conf 0.5)
Mental
Calm on the ball in tight areas at club and international level. (conf 0.5)
Smart in both phases, picks the right forward option. (conf 0.5)
Tireless effort in and out of possession, a core trait. (conf 0.6)
Resilience
Missed about four months in 2023-24 with a back injury. (conf 0.45)
Outlook
23 years old and rising quickly after a move to City. (conf 0.55)
Big-money move to City and a full England international. (conf 0.6)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Elliot Anderson is an English central midfielder with a strong attacking instinct, now at Manchester City after joining from Nottingham Forest in July 2026. Born in Whitley Bay, he came through Newcastle United's academy, gained senior experience on loan at Bristol Rovers and moved to Forest in 2024. He wins duels, presses relentlessly and carries the ball forward before arriving in the box or shooting from range. A senior England international since 2025, he was also part of the England Under-21 side that won the 2025 European Championship.
Won the 2025 UEFA European Under-21 Championship with England.
Made his senior England debut against Andorra in September 2025.
Joined Manchester City from Nottingham Forest in July 2026.