Elliot Anderson is returning to Nottingham Forest after completing a £116m move to Manchester City, prompting renewed scrutiny of whether he fulfilled the expectations attached to the transfer fee.
The move placed significant attention on Anderson because of its reported value. The central issue now is whether his time at Manchester City justified the level of investment and the reputation that accompanied the transfer.
Anderson’s return to Nottingham Forest provides the point at which his spell at Manchester City is being assessed. However, the supplied information does not include details of his appearances, performances, goals, assists or honours during the move, so it does not establish whether he lived up to the price tag.
The latest known development is Anderson’s return to Nottingham Forest. No further details are provided about the reasons for the move, the timing of his return or what happens next in his career.
