Who is Wil Anderson’s brother? Meet the Love Island star’s famous sibling

28 June 2024, 12:32

Love Island star Wil Anderson has no doubt picked up some tips about fame from his famous football brother, but who is Wil’s brother Elliot?

Wil Anderson is looking for love in Love Island Villa, where he quickly became close to Uma Jammeh, but a few days later told Jessy Potts that he was open to getting to know her.

As the drama unfolds on screen, viewers realize that Wil has a pretty famous sibling.

In the outside world, his brother Elliot was at his brother’s side when he arrived at the villa and viewers quickly realized who exactly Wil’s brother is – footballer Elliot Anderson.

Get to know Wil’s brother Elliot and his football career here.

Where does Wil come from Love Island‘s brother?

Will from Love IslandThe brother of is Elliot Anderson, 21, who plays as a midfielder for Newcastle United. Elliot showed his support for his big brother Wil, 23, when his place on the dating show was confirmed.

After Love Island After sharing Wil’s announcement post confirming his place in the villa, Elliot shared it on his own account to publicly support his brother, adding the dreamy eyes emoji.

Who is Elliot Anderson?

Elliot is a professional soccer player who plays for Newcastle United, a Premier League club for those who don’t care about soccer.

When he was injured last year, Elliot turned to his siblings – they also have a brother called Louis – to help him get back into shape. He told his club: “Last year I was maybe a little bit unfit in my eyes, so I trained hard with my brothers in the off-season.”

Elliot joined Newcastle United in July 2022 and is valued at €15 million, equivalent to £13 million, according to Transfermarkt.co.uk.

Who is Elliot Anderson’s grandfather?

Elilot and his brothers have football in their blood as their maternal grandfather, Geoff Allen, played left wing for Newcastle United from 1964 to 1968.

When Allen made his debut at the age of 17, he was one of the youngest players Newcastle had ever had, but his career ended due to injury in 1970 when he was just 23 years old.

Elliot’s Love IslandHis brother Wil did not pursue a career in football but works as a construction cost estimator in his hometown of Whitley Bay.

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