Real Madrid are reportedly weighing up a swoop for Manchester City midfielder Elliot Anderson in 2027, with the club’s legal troubles said to be a factor.

Real Madrid Midfield Plans Explained

According to Fichajes, the England international is one of several names on Los Blancos’ radar as they look to bolster their engine room. The report suggests the recent guilty verdict in City’s 115-charges case could shape both the asking price and Anderson’s own thinking about his future at the Etihad Stadium.

Madrid are said to have been hunting an elite midfielder for some time, and Anderson is viewed as a player who would lift the squad. Any deal, though, would hinge on City’s valuation and, crucially, whether the player wants to leave.

Could Manchester City Sanctions Open the Door?

Should City face severe punishment, they may be forced to raise funds by selling high-value assets, and Anderson could be among them. If the penalties were to drop the club into a lower division, several players might push for exits, handing Madrid a genuine opening.

The 23-year-old joined for a substantial fee, later surpassed by the money spent on Enzo Fernandez, and he is contracted until 2031. That long deal strengthens City’s hand, so they would probably demand a price guaranteeing a profit. Under normal circumstances, he is not for sale and is regarded as central to the club’s future.

Fichajes also claims Madrid remain in the mix for Erling Haaland, underlining the scale of their ambition in the Spanish capital.

Our Opinion

Frankly, this feels like a long shot for now. Fichajes is known for speculative stories, and nothing concrete has emerged regarding a bid or the player’s wishes. Still, Madrid’s interest makes sense, as Anderson is young and technically gifted. If sanctions do bite, City’s leverage could weaken quickly, and that is when this saga becomes genuinely interesting.