Eddie Howe appears to have ended any hopes Bristol Rovers have in seeing Elliot Anderson back at the Mem by declaring he still has a part to play for Newcastle United this season.
Rovers manager Joey Barton spoke at length on Thursday about his chances of having the 20-year-old at his disposal again, the sales pitch they can offer, all the while admitting the Gas would very much have to wait their turn.
Anderson enjoyed a sensational spell in north Bristol 12 months ago as the catalyst for Rovers’ promotion surge in League Two, finishing with seven goals and six assists. It was that form, and his performances in pre-season, that convinced Howe the Geordie should be part of his first-team squad for the Premier League campaign.
