Harvey Elliott has already endeared himself to Liverpool fans this week, but his latest comments might just earn him Freedom of the City.
The 18-year-old recently underwent successful surgery on a brutal ankle dislocation during the Reds’ 3-0 victory at Leeds on Sunday.
From giving a fan his shirt in hospital and watching the closing moments of the match on his phone from his bed, to defending the red-card tackle from Pascal Struijk – the Englishman has responded brilliantly to the setback.
But it’s his response to a Manchester United fan on social media which may prove most popular among the Reds faithful.
Commenting on a supportive TikTok video from a Liverpool fan, one Red Devils supporter wrote: “He’s not walking like that anymore.”
And upon seeing the comment, Elliott wrote back: “Crazy though how I have more legs than United have trophies in the past eight years.”
@liverpoolchampions1 What a player and only 18 years old he will come back stronger
#harveyelliott #liverpool #lfc #liverpoolfc
He didn’t stop there, either.
United fans were quick to point out their totally unforgettable Community Shield triumph in 2016.
Responding to that on Instagram, Elliott said: “I’m not worrying bro McDonald’s trophy anyway.”
He then added: “6 Champions Leagues.”
Even the United fan who originally tried to mock Elliott could not deny a clear victory for the talented teenager.
He wrote back: “Haha, fair enough. You’re a baller.”
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