Q&A: Can McAtee replace Anderson?

In the third part of a special Q&A, our Nottingham Forest reporter Nick Mashiter focuses on who can fill Elliot Anderson's shoes should the midfielder depart in the summer.

Simon asked: Let's assume Elliot Anderson is off (with our thanks and best wishes) and we have £120m in the bank. Who replaces him? Do we need to bring in someone or do you think James McAtee can step up?

Nick: Forest will look to replace him and they will strengthen the squad overall this summer, although it won't be the same as last summer's £180m, 13 player, spree.

Tottenham's Lucas Bergvall is on Forest's list, along with Davide Frattesi of Inter Milan, as they prepare for Elliot Anderson's expected exit.

James McAtee had a difficult season, with just two Premier League starts, but he is highly thought of by the coaching staff. He has been doing extra work this summer and will come back for pre-season in peak condition.

It was felt, given the nature of the season with Europe, a relegation battle and four managers, there was little chance to ease him in and therefore there was always more pressure on him to impress in snatched moments - especially in the league.

It didn't allow him to settle or find his rhythm.

Of course he is a different player in a different position but, if and when Elliot Anderson leaves, Forest still have a young English talent to harness.

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