Nottingham Forest eye Middlesbrough ace Hackney as Anderson replacement

Anderson, 23, has emerged as one of the most sought-after players in the Premier League, with Man City reportedly leading the race to sign him.

According to The Sun, Forest are preparing for life without Anderson and have their eye on Middlesbrough midfielder Hackney.

The 23-year-old was recently voted Championship Player of the Season and has long been touted for a big move.

Plenty of other sides are looking to make a £20 million bid for Hackney, however, with Everton and Frank Lampard’s Coventry also keen.