Most Expensive English Footballer Ever: Manchester City Confirms Record Transfer

Anderson has become the most expensive English footballer of all time. The previous record was 127 million paid by Real Madrid for Jude Bellingham in 2023. Overall, this marks the third most expensive transfer in the English Premier League, surpassed only by the arrivals of Florian Wirtz and Alexander Isak to Liverpool.

Anderson was one of the most sought-after players in the transfer market, with other top clubs, including Manchester United, also showing interest. He is currently with the national team at the World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico, where England secured their spot in the round of 16 on Wednesday.

“He underwent a medical examination in Kansas, and the transfer formalities will be completed upon his return to England. In the meantime, everyone at the club wishes Elliot and the English team the best of luck at the World Cup, and we look forward to welcoming him to Manchester soon,” stated the official City website.