Andoni Iraola could bring forgotten Liverpool star back in from cold as comments speak volumes

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Yet, despite agreeing a £35million obligation to purchase the England international, conditional on him playing 10 Premier League matches for Villa, he featured just nine times for the Midlands club and was omitted from the squad for much of the season.Once a promising talent, poised to make the right side of midfield his own for Liverpool, Elliott has effectively squandered an entire season of development at an age he should be playing week in, week out for a side.It'll hurt even more considering it was a World Cup year. Speaking during his first interview as the club's new head coach, the Basque manager offered players like Elliott hope that they could stake their claim and force their way back into Liverpool's plans."We've analysed Liverpool a lot – possible weaknesses, the strengths," Iraola said.

"I think we have a very good squad. For me, you are all new signings and I think we have a lot of quality in our squad, and [I'm] really looking forward to working with them."I only had, I think, Milos [Kerkez] in the squad before – I know a couple.

"My apologies for Harvey Elliott are, every day, in my mind," the Spaniard said.With Liverpool looking to reshape their midfield and attack, Elliott's inclusion for the upcoming campaign seems like a straightforward decision.He brings valuable experience, can fill in across central positions and poses a potent attacking threat from the right — something that will be greatly missed with Mohamed Salah's departure next season.Put simply, the Reds' new manager represents a fresh start for Elliott. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.Upgrade your World Cup TV setup with the Sky Glass 'designed for football'This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.