Career
A youth player at, Anderson spent four years as understudy to George Best and only appeared in twelve first team games for the club, including two cup semi-finals, before being allowed to join for £20,000 in January 1967. A virtual ever-present for Villa for six years, he helped the club to a promotion victory before signing foreign The Bluebirds had failed in attempt to sign him in 1971 but finally managed to agree a deal for him in February 1973 worth £60,000.
Anderson became hugely popular at Ninian Park for his performances on the wing during his four years at the club
In 1977, he decided to leave Cardiff to sign for the in the. He remained with the Timbers through the 1982 season, with one indoor season on loan with the Wichita Wings of the Major Indoor Soccer League.
As a player.