Wellington Phoenix sign Nelson teenager Callan Elliot PHILLIP ROLLOCHRIS SYMES/PHOTOSPORT Callan Elliot showed his leadership qualities when he captained Tasman United against Auckland City last season. Promising Nelson teenager Callan Elliot is set to follow in the footsteps of his mentor by playing for the Wellington Phoenix. He set to be unveiled as a Phoenix player later this week and could make his A-League debut as early as Sunday's season opener against the Newcastle Jets. READ MORE:* Nix 'obliterated' in boot camp* Bolt no A-League marquee* Maradona blasts Messi leadership* Netherlands take down GermanySince then, Elliot has worked closely with Ifill, playing alongside him for both Tasman United and Wairarapa United. Those performances caught the attention of the Phoenix, with Elliot the only survivor from the first group of trialists that attended the start of pre-season under new coach Mark Rudan.

Source: Stuff October 15, 2018 02:26 UTC