Manchester City have confirmed the signing of Elliot Anderson, with the England midfielder putting pen to paper on a five-year deal, according to BBC News.
The move brings an end to speculation over Anderson's future, with the report suggesting the transfer is worth around £116m — a striking fee that underlines how highly City rate the 24-year-old's potential.
Anderson, who has been capped by England, is described by BBC News as a player tipped to develop into a "complete midfielder" under Pep Guardiola's coaching. City clearly see him as a long-term addition to their engine room rather than a short-term fix, with the five-year commitment reflecting that ambition.
While the report doesn't detail the exact breakdown of the fee or add-ons, the scale of the deal signals City's determination to strengthen their midfield options as they continue building for the future. Anderson now joins a squad packed with quality, and it will be fascinating to see how quickly he's integrated into Guardiola's system.