Eddie Howe reveals why Newcastle United's Elliot Anderson was left out of his squad

Elliot Anderson will be back in Newcastle United’s squad for tomorrow’s game against Aston Villa – after being left out against Tottenham Hotspur.
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The midfielder wasn’t involved in last weekend's 2-1 win at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

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Howe revealed ahead of the Villa game that the 19-year-old had recovered from a “minor niggle”.

Asked if Anderson was injured, Howe said: “No, he’s OK. Elliot’s OK. He had a minor niggle, nothing serious. He’s back in the squad this week.”

Anderson has made nine appearances so far this season.