Kid Elliott doesn't do things by Hary's

A SENIOR RED AT 20... HELPING NEW STARS TO DO IT ‘THE LIVERPOOL WAY’

- DAVID MADDOCK

HE is only 20 years old - so really still just a 'kid' in Premier League terms.

But Harvey Elliott also happens to be one of the most senior players measured on Liverpool appearances - in the new-look Reds midfield.

And while he admits to still be struggling to get his head around that bizarre situation, the England Under-21 regular is taking the responsibility of his insider's knowledge of Anfield seriously to help Jurgen Klopp's new blend bed-in.

Of Liverpool's eight-man midfield department, which Klopp significantly refreshed this summer, only Curtis Jones with 100, and Thiago on 97, have actually made more senior Liverpool appearances than Elliott, who is closing on experienced' status, with 72 games under his belt already.

It means he has to step up and take responsibility for helping the new signings settle in and also take a much greater role in creating an environment where Klopp's "Liverpool 2.0" as the manager calls it, can forge its identity and mentality.

Elliott is happy to help though, with his own distinct, almost cheeky smile, which is a refreshing part of this new incarnation of Klopp's team.