‘Very disheartening’ – £35 million man discloses all regarding Newcastle United transfer and England’s aspirations following U-Turn

‘Very disheartening’ – £35 million man discloses all regarding Newcastle United transfer and England’s aspirations following U-TurnIn order to comply with the

 

 

Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR), Newcastle United were compelled to transfer Elliot Anderson last summer.Anderson, who was experiencing a breakthrough season under

 

 

 

Eddie Howe, was transferred to Nottingham Forest for £35m in the final days of June as Newcastle United attempted to avoid breaching PSR. The Magpies lost two promising youth players who have become first-team options at their European rivals, in addition to Yankuba Minteh, who was sold to Brighton and Hove Albion.

 

 

 

Minter yet to establish himself as a consistent starter at the Amex Stadium, whereas Anderson has flourished under Nuno Espirito Santo at Forest and has been a crucial component of their team. Forest is presently ranked third in the Premier League table, six points ahead of the Magpies.

 

 

Anderson on Newcastle United’s departure: It is extremely disheartening In a recent interview with BBC Sport, Anderson discussed his “very sad” departure from Newcastle United, a club at which he had progressed through the ranks:

 

 

 

Anderson acknowledged, “Yes, it was quite disheartening.” “Obviously, you never know when you’re going to join a club and play, so in my mind at the time, I didn’t really anticipate the outcome.” It proved to be an exceptionally challenging choice.

 

 

 

“I was completely at ease in that location, and I was completely unaware of the impending change, which was a difficult decision to absorb.” “That is simply football, and you must be prepared for any obstacle that may arise.

 

 

 

I was not meant to be there, but I have now joined a fantastic club where I have found my niche, and I am thoroughly enjoying myself.” Anderson regarding England’s prospectsAnderson’s performance at the City

 

 

 

Ground has prompted speculation that he may be included in Thomas Tuchel’s inaugural senior England squad. The 2026 World Cup qualifying matches against Albania (March 21) and Latvia (March 24) will be preceded by the announcement of the inaugural squad by the former Chelsea and Bayern Munich player next month.

 

 

 

Wembley Stadium will host both contests.Anderson continued, “I merely aspire to achieve the highest possible level.” “My greatest aspiration is to represent England and remain in the Premier League for an extended period of time. It is the most prestigious league in the world and is currently home to the world’s most talented players.”

 

 

 

Lewis Hall and Anthony Gordon, both of Newcastle United, were included in Lee Carsley’s final England selection in November. Tino Livramento, who had initially been excluded from the squad, was also given his senior debut in the most recent set of international matches.