Since signing his first professional contract, Junior – as Elliot is known to his team-mates – has impressed at whichever level he has been asked to perform. Although young, Elliot is already playing with an attitude and ability that is well beyond his years.
The Hackney-born youngster has made the right back position his own for both the Under 18s and the Reserves. However, his abilities as a defender aren’t just as a right back, when called upon to play in the centre of defence Elliot has slotted in without any problem, thus making him a great option for Ray Lewington and Billy McKinlay in the Reserve side. Elliot’s natural defensive ability has led Academy Manager John Murtough to speak very highly of his progress in recent seasons.