Former England international sends Kalvin Phillips warning to Elliot Anderson ahead of Man City transfer

Former England international sends Kalvin Phillips warning to Elliot Anderson ahead of Man City transfer Chris Waddle has urged £130 million target Elliot Anderson to carefully consider the tale of Kalvin Phillips before formalising a move to Manchester City. Waddle has outlined how Phillips’ initial tactical assumptions were derailed by a world-class Rodri, leaving him marooned on the Etihad Stadium’s sidelines. Despite the risk, the pundit has raved about the Nottingham Forest star’s passing metrics and defensive presence on the global stage. Elliot Anderson has been reminded of Kalvin Phillips’ experience upon joining Manchester City by one England international this week. Following two proposals for Anderson that were firmly pushed back by Nottingham Forest , City are widely understood to be formatting a record-shattering third package expected to exceed the £125 million threshold. With Enzo Maresca expected to be formally announced as the new Manchester City manager this week, the Italian’s vision will likely demand a highly reliable, energetic but controlled midfielder capable of driving play. However, the financial scale of a move has triggered analysis from pundits questioning the valuation placed on the player and City’s willingness to strike a deal that would set a new British transfer record. As the 23-year-old continues his primary role within Thomas Tuchel’s England squad at the World Cup , one name has highlighted the dangers of walking into a heavily crowded City roster. Elliot Anderson receives Manchester City warning Now, speaking to Andy’s Bet Club , former England international Chris Waddle has sent a warning to Elliot Anderson ahead of the Nottingham Forest man’s expected record-breaking transfer to Manchester City. “I can see why Anderson would go to Manchester City. The only other side of it is how it things went for Kalvin Phillips when he went to Manchester City,” warned Waddle. “He thought he would be that man sitting in the midfield before Rodri got there – that player who would break the play up, win the ball, distribute it, and keep things moving. But it never happened for him,” he continued. “I’m not saying that’s going to happen to Anderson, because he looks the part, but I always remember watching other players who did that role, and Kalvin Phillips is an example. He played for England and looked the part, but it never happened for him at City. “That said, I think Anderson has a lot about him. He’s got a presence on the pitch, a great engine, and is very economical with his pass completion. He doesn’t split defences and he’s not an entertainer – he’s a workman who reads the game well. He reminds me a lot of Declan Rice .” Revealed: Why Pep Guardiola chose to sign Kalvin Phillips for Manchester City over Arsenal superstar Man City watch on as Anderson stars at World Cup Elliot Anderson’s metrics during England’s 0-0 draw against Ghana at Boston Stadium – where he registered 66 accurate passes from 74 attempts alongside three tackles won – perfectly demonstrate the positional awareness Maresca will likely crave. Yet, Kalvin Phillips’ £42 million transfer from Leeds looms heavily in the eyes of some, after he managed just 16 league appearances under Pep Guardiola before descending into a series of loan spells, most recently enduring a tough stint with Sheffield United . Hugo Viana is already navigating a complex web of midfield doubts including the futures of Rodri and Nico Gonzalez , with Newcastle placing a £100 million price tag on Sandro Tonali – who City view in addition to any deal for Anderson. Fabrizio Romano explains why contract talks between Man City and Rodri have been put on hold