The 20-year-old was wanted on both sides of the border but Clarke's persuasive powers helped seal the deal.
Steve Clarke revealed Elliot Anderson had to have a “little think” before committing his future to Scotland but admitted he is delighted to have won the battle for the Newcastle United starlet.
Anderson hails from the north east of England and has made the breakthrough at first team level at his local team with Eddie Howe talking the player up. Qualifying through the grandparent rule, Anderson starred for Scotland from Under-16 to Under-18 level before turning out for the Three Lions at Under-19 level and then back to Scotland for Under-21s.
“We had some good discussions with the boy and his family and he’s chosen to come with us which I think is good for us now - and certainly good for us in the future. He’s been with us in general. Obviously when you get to a certain stage in your career and you can say your career has started to take off, which Elliot’s has at Newcastle. We’ve got some great reports from people within the club at Newcastle which is great to hear.
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