Michael Edwards continues to outdo himself with his savvy business decisions and his eye for a deal. Liverpool decided to send youngster Harvey Elliott out on loan this season, in order to help him gain valuable first team experience.
It has already been made clear that he is part of Jurgen Klopp’s plans for the future, as well as fellow teenagers Curtis Jones and Neco Williams. The 17-year-old has joined Blackburn for the 2020/21 campaign and has already made waves in the Championship.
His first appearance was a 3-1 loss to recently relegated Watford, but Elliott made amends for his quiet debut with a blinding performance against Coventry. The Liverpool teen showcased his class by opening up his Rovers account with a goal and an assist.
A bright Liverpool future for Elliott
Elliott only joined the Merseyside club last year and has already made a name for himself. The former Fulham man now holds the record as the youngest Liverpool player to start a competitive match for the club at Anfield. Already, he is on Klopp’s radar as a man for the future – this move could well be the making of him as a senior footballer.
The England youth international set the match alight against Coventry. According to Sofascore, Elliott made a whopping six key passes, won seven of his ten attempted duels and was successful in 100% of his long balls. He also drew in three fouls, which showed that Coventry struggled to deal with his quick feet and ability on the ball.
As someone who is clearly a fan of him, this performance won’t have come as a surprise to Klopp. He recently lauded the teenager for being an impressive player on the training pitch.
“He is an exceptional talent, absolutely, and he’s a nice kid as well,” the manager said after Liverpool’s win over Arsenal in the Carabao Cup (via PlanetFootball).
Once Elliott returns to Liverpool, senior star Gini Wijnaldum may have left the club. His current contract runs out next season and it will leave a place to be filled in midfield. The teenager is a versatile player who can dominate the wings, and could be converted into a wide midfielder.
Whatever position he fits into, he is sure to make a name for himself at Anfield at the rate his is flourishing.
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