Elliot Anderson has outlined his ambition to replicate his hero by winning a trophy for Newcastle United. Footballing talent runs in the blood as Geoff Allen, a member of the 1969 Inter-Cities Fairs Cup squad, is the youngster’s grandad.
In the first round against Feyenoord, the now 75-year-old put in a man-of-the-match performance in the Magpies’ first-ever European fixture. A cruel injury cut Allen’s career short at 23 but his legacy is tangible at St James’ Park.
Toon prospect Anderson is making waves on Tyneside and is teetering on the edge of the first team. An impressive loan spell at Bristol Rovers earlier this year gave the 20-year-old - who has represented both England and Scotland at youth level - an introduction to senior football.
