Gareth Barry says Man Utd should make Elliot Anderson bid "as soon as possible"

Gareth Barry says Man Utd should make Elliot Anderson bid "as soon as possible"

Premier League legend Gareth Barry says Manchester United should be a move for Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson.

United have identified Anderson, 23, as their ideal midfield target ahead of the summer window which will see Casemiro depart at the end of his current deal.

The 23-year-old has enjoyed a meteoric rise, being compared to Arsenal’s Declan Rice as one of the England’s next top players ahead of the World Cup.

The Red Devils are reportedly readying a bid over the coming months and speaking to BOYLE Sports, who offer the latest football odds, Barry believes an offer can’t come quick enough.

“Man Utd are certainly going to be looking for a Casemiro replacement. Elliot Anderson is probably a slightly different player and a very different age, his skill set is a lot different.

“I like Anderson. If you're a Man Utd scout, you'll mention him. He's one of the best off-the-ball players. He presses to limit the attacking player's space. He's one of the best around, and he's capable of going the other way as well.

“That's why Thomas Tuchel's got him in his starting eleven over a lot of big-name players with England, and he's a possible starter for the World Cup team. So I'm sure he's being discussed in the Man Utd boardroom, as well as maybe other teams.

“I think, from that sort of experience for a player and a club, if the deal is going to happen, try to get it done as soon as possible. I think it just helps everyone. It helps both clubs and helps the player, especially going into a big tournament.”

Forest have reportedly slapped a 380m valuation on Anderson who is also wanted by rivals Manchester City. 0However, if Forest are relegated then this fee may be brought down significantly.