Joining United's Academy at the age of eight, Stanton signed his first professional deal with the Magpies nine years later.

Born in Wearside, Ellis broke into the Magpies' under-21 squad during the latter stages of the 2021/22 campaign.

A representative of England at under-15 and under-16 level, the versatile midfielder cites Steven Gerrard as his footballing idol and returned to competitive action during the second half of the 2022/23 season after suffering a long-term injury, sidelining him for four months.