England needed an ounce of positivity... and Elliot gave fans that in bundles

THE good news for Elliot Anderson is that he does not look out of place at the highest level of international football.

- By Jeremy Cross

The bad news, however, is that his impressive performances for England have resulted in him being linked with Manchester United.

Reports claim United have added him to their shopping list for 2026.

And there is no escaping the fact he would add some genuine, and much-needed, quality to Ruben Amorim's midfield.

It is a true measure of how fickle football is that someone can have a good game on his Three Lions debut, and find himself being touted for another club 48 hours later.

But there is no questioning Anderson's loyalties to his nation even if he did once find himself in a Scotland squad.

Because their loss has now become England's gain.

He was England's standout performer in Saturday's dour win against Andorra at Villa Park.