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Harvey Elliott’s Fight for a Liverpool Future

Liverpool’s midfield is one of the most competitive areas in Arne Slot’s squad, and Harvey Elliott finds himself in the midst of that battle. Despite a promising end to Jurgen Klopp’s tenure, the 21-year-old has struggled to build on his strong pre-season form under the new manager. Yet, Elliott remains unwavering in his belief that he can force his way into Liverpool’s starting XI.

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Commitment Over Uncertainty

Speculation over Elliott’s future has surfaced, with Brighton & Hove Albion and Borussia Dortmund reportedly interested in a loan move. However, Elliott is having none of it. His determination to remain at Anfield and fight for his place is evident in his recent comments.

“Liverpool is my club, Liverpool is my team. I want to fight for my place, fight for my position in the team,” Elliott told The Athletic. “I am going to do what it takes and help the team out when it’s possible. It’s down to me to put in the effort, the hard work, the desire, to achieve that. I am not going to give up. I am going to keep fighting and who knows what might happen.”

This kind of attitude is what fans want to see from young players—commitment, resilience, and the hunger to prove their worth.

Learning Under Arne Slot

Adjusting to a new managerial regime is never easy, and Elliott has been open about his discussions with Slot regarding his role in the team. “It’s just friendly conversations: ‘Is there anything I need to show you to get more game time? Is there anything I need to work on specifically?’ We have had those conversations,” Elliott revealed.

Such an approach demonstrates not only Elliott’s professionalism but also the culture of open communication Slot is fostering at Liverpool. Elliott’s awareness that he is not the only squad player striving for more minutes also highlights the competitive spirit within the team. “It’s not just me, it’s other lads as well who maybe haven’t played as much as they want probably doing the same thing. I need to keep my head down and wait for my opportunity.”

The Physicality Gap

One area Elliott acknowledges he must improve is his physicality. “We have players in the team who are unbelievable at it. In terms of Darwin, Curtis (Jones), people like that, constantly pressing, constantly running around,” he admitted. “It is something that I can do, but I need to get into a rhythm of doing it and making it effective. Not just doing it for the sake of doing it.”

This self-awareness is crucial. If Elliott can add a more intense pressing game to his already impressive technical ability, he could become an indispensable option for Slot. His injury setback earlier in the season undoubtedly slowed his progress, but his mentality remains positive. “I was out with an injury at the start of the season. I don’t expect to come in and play straight away. I want to help my team out as much as I can. Help the club out. Do everything I can.”

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Elliott’s attitude is exactly what Liverpool fans want to see—determined, passionate, and committed to the cause. However, the challenge remains whether he can translate his mindset into performances that force Slot’s hand.

There is no doubting Elliott’s technical ability. He possesses the close control, passing range, and creativity to influence games. But in Slot’s high-energy system, his physical attributes must catch up to his technical ones. Players like Curtis Jones and Dominik Szoboszlai have shown that work rate and pressing intensity are non-negotiables in Liverpool’s midfield. Elliott knows this and is striving to improve.

For now, patience is key. Liverpool are competing across multiple fronts, and rotation will be inevitable. Injuries and fixture congestion will present opportunities. When his chance arrives, Elliott must seize it with both hands. The road back into Liverpool’s starting XI won’t be easy, but his latest comments suggest he is more than willing to fight for his place at Anfield.

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