Anderson – who starred on loan for Bristol Rovers last season – has impressed on the club’s tour of Austria. The 19-year-old, wanted on loan by a number of clubs, came off the bench in Monday’s 1-0 defeat to Mainz 05 at the Kufstein Arena.
United head coach Eddie Howe said: “He did well again. I thought he showed an ability to turn in those tight areas, it was a congested pitch centrally. I thought he did really well a couple of times without being able to force the last pass that we wanted.
“Nothing’s clear at this point. He’s in and around the group. He’s not looking out of place. In that company, that’s saying something.
“We’ll do what’s best for us and Elliot. When I say us I mean the team and the club. I think if we feels he’ll play minutes, we’ll keep him. If he won’t play and contribute, we’ll loan him.”
Check out the latest Premier League transfer speculation below...
1. O’Brien deal back on
Lewis O’Brien and Harry Toffolo have agreed to sign for Nottingham Forest, despite reports on Tuesday suggesting that the double deal had collapsed. (Football Insider) | Getty Images
2. Wolves eye Benteke
Christian Benteke is a target for Wolves. The Crystal Palace striker has one year left of his current deal. (The Sun) | Getty Images
3. Gunners offered Akanji
Arsenal have been offered the opportunity to sign Borussia Dortmund central defender Manuel Akanji this summer. The German club are looking for a fee in the region of £21m. (Gazzetta Dello Sport) | Getty Images
4. Hammers in Lingard talks
West Ham are in negotiations with Jesse Lingard’s representatives with a growing feeling the player will opt for a return to the club this summer. (Sky Sports) | Manchester United via Getty Imag