Elliot Anderson gets emotional - Watch brilliant video as Mag releases goodbye message

Elliot Anderson has posted an emotional goodbye message to Newcastle United and supporters following his recent £35m move to Nottingham Forest.

Nobody truly wanted to see Anderson leave - a promising local talent who was unfortunate with injuries last year and will be hoping to make a big step up this season - but financial issues have forced our hand.

The 21-year-old posted a video of himself growing up supporting Newcastle and signing for our Academy before sharing clubs of him in first-team action, including the moment he made his Champions League debut.

The video went alongside an emotional caption from the youngster who claimed it was a 'dream come true' to play for his local club and that he will always be supporting the club no matter where he is in the future. Watch the video below, followed by his goodbye message in full:

https://twitter.com/elljanderson/status/1807712435895214296

"It’s been a dream come true to represent my club for 14 years. Pulling that black and white shirt on at St James park is a moment that will never be taken away from me.

"I would like to thank everyone involved with the club and all the Geordies that have supported me throughout my journey. I will always support the club and wish nothing but the best for everyone involved.

"As one door closes another one opens. Thank you @NUFC 🖤🤍"

It's such a shame that the current rules effectively encourage clubs to move on local homegrown talents, but no doubt the Newcastle fans will still be wishing Anderson well at his new club - just as long as his first league goal isn't against us!