Still only 17 years of age, Elliott has earned rave reviews for his performances in the Championship having already racked up eight assists and four goals in 20 league starts.

Of course, stepping in to mimic that kind of form at Liverpool will be a different test entirely, but bringing in someone fresh and so young could well be the spark Liverpool need further up the pitch.

He’s already been touted as one of the most promising young footballers in the country and Liverpool have shown in the past that they’re not frightened about promoting from within – in fact they embrace it.

Trent Alexander-Arnold and Curtis Jones are the beacons of examples in recent years, becoming first-team regulars in their teens.