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Manchester City have taken a massive step toward securing their midfield future by agreeing a staggering British record transfer fee for Nottingham Forest star Elliot Anderson. The England international is set to become one of the highest earners at the Etihad as the club prepares for life after Pep Guardiola.

As the Pep Guardiola versus Sir Alex Ferguson debate rages on, Peter Shilton has told GOAL how legendary Nottingham Forest boss Brian Clough compares to iconic managers of the modern era. One of the most charismatic coaches to ever grace a dugout would have relished the opportunity to lock tactical horns with the likes of Jose Mourinho and Carlo Ancelotti.

Manchester City have reportedly struck an agreement with Nottingham Forest to sign midfielder Elliot Anderson in a £116m ($153m) deal, bringing a transfer saga that has run for the best part of three months to the verge of completion. A medical has now been lined up to take place in the United States while Anderson remains on World Cup duty with England.

Manchester United are reportedly in talks to sign Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha as the battle for the Germany international's signature intensifies. The Red Devils are working hard to steal a march on Premier League rivals Manchester City and Liverpool, who are also keeping a close eye on the 25-year-old following his impressive displays at the World Cup.