The best Elliot Anderson alternative is named as player that Man Utd sold for £15m

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Manchester United want to sign Elliot Anderson as the top priority, but Ineos may be forced to consider alternative options.

On Sunday afternoon, Elliot Anderson starred at Old Trafford as Manchester United won 3-2 vs Nottingham Forest in the Premier League.

Elliot Anderson picked up two assists at the Theatre of Dreams, and that will only add to United’s interest.

However, Anderson is set to cost £125m this summer and there is also rival interest from Manchester City. If the 23-year-old is unavailable, Ineos have an alternative in the shape of a Carrington graduate.

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Man United told best midfield alternative to Elliot Anderson

There are as many as 24 midfield targets on United’s radar. While Anderson may be the top priority, another option is former United star James Garner.

According to Sky Sports and their analysis, Garner is the best midfield alternative to Anderson when their player profiles are compared.

The report points out that Garner tops Premier League charts for tackles, and he also ranks higher than Anderson for big chances created and not losing possession.

If United want a player with similar attributes to Anderson, then Garner is the best option. However, signing the Everton midfielder could prove difficult.

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At United, Garner was considered the ‘next Michael Carrick’ and this summer he could become a target for the new Red Devils head coach.

However, Garner signed a new contract at Everton, so the Merseyside club are under no pressure to sell for a low fee.

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The 25-year-old has been one of Everton’s best players in a campaign where they are competing for European qualification.

Garner was sold by United for £15m, but his value has skyrocketed since then.