Scotland Underneath-21 cap Elliot Anderson has penned a brand new long-term contract with Newcastle United.
The 19-year-old was born within the North-East of England and is eligible to play for each Scotland and England at worldwide degree. He is represented the Scots since Underneath-16 degree although and earned his first cap for the Underneath-21s again in the summertime. Having made three substitute appearances below Eddie Howe this season, hopes are excessive for Anderson and there might quickly be a rush to get him capped at senior degree.
His deal had been attributable to expire in a yr's time however Newcastle have introduced a brand new long-term contract for the teen, who performs as an attacking midfielder or a winger. He mentioned: "I am actually glad. I like enjoying for Newcastle United, and committing my future to the membership is one thing I've actually needed to do.
"It was my intention coming again into pre-season to work exhausting and earn the chance to stay round. I've actually loved being with the primary staff group, so hopefully I can preserve bettering and contribute to the staff."
Newcastle head coach Howe added: "We're all delighted with Elliot's improvement. He's a pure expertise, however he additionally has a wonderful work ethic and at all times desires to study. I do know our supporters can be particularly happy to see one other native boy coming via from the Academy into the primary staff. Elliot has earned that probability, and he has set an ideal instance to our younger gamers.
"He's simply firstly of his journey at this degree however he has a really thrilling future forward and we're delighted that his journey will proceed right here."
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