Harvey Elliott has made his feelings clear on Liverpool as Andoni Iraola opens door
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Harvey Elliott is set to return to Liverpool this summer after his loan spell at Aston Villa, and new Reds boss Andoni Iraola has promised every player an equal chance to impressHarvey Elliott is heading back to Liverpool(Image: Getty Images)Remaining at Liverpool for the upcoming season might be Harvey Elliott's preferred outcome this summer, with Andoni Iraola prepared to give him a chance to resurrect his Anfield career.The 23-year-old was a regular under Jurgen Klopp during the final years of the German's reign. Nevertheless, going back to Liverpool and working his way back into the squad could very well be his preferred option based on his past comments.Following his departure from Liverpool, Elliott shared an emotional farewell message, underlining just how much the club means to him.
He wrote: "When I joined Liverpool in 2019, it was a dream come true for me and my family."As a young child, I traveled the world supporting the team as a fan, and words will never be able to explain the feeling I had when I pulled on that famous red shirt for the first time as a player."Andoni Iraola has taken charge of Liverpool(Image: Getty Images)Iraola, who succeeded Slot after his firing at the campaign's conclusion, emphasized that every player at the club will get the chance to impress him and secure their place in his 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."Elliott, who primarily operates on the right side of midfield, could see his opportunities increase following the departure of club legend Mohamed Salah, assuming he can convince Iraola.He would certainly prove a valuable addition to the Basque manager, having contributed 15 goals across 149 appearances for Liverpool thus far.
"I was close to going to Madrid, and I think Liverpool came in," he stated on the We Are Liverpool podcast in April 2023."As soon as I heard they had come for me, that was it, my heart was set on it. Just because, mainly, being a Liverpool fan, like all the family."Given that Liverpool has seen numerous prominent figures depart for Los Blancos in recent years, Elliott's decision to turn down the Spanish team underscores his deep affection for the club.