Alan Shearer has claimed that Harvey Elliott’s comeback goal for Liverpool on Sunday was a ‘huge moment’, as he told Match of the Day.
The former Premier League striker thinks that nagging doubt at the back of Elliott’s head will be out of the window after he returned from injury in fine style.
After several months on the sidelines, Elliott scored during his side’s 3-1 FA Cup win over Cardiff City on Sunday.
In September, Elliott could have easily felt that his season was done and dusted after his horror ankle injury at Leeds.
But, along with those who have helped him behind the scenes at Anfield, as well as his young age, he is already back up and running.
And Shearer, who suffered a number of serious injuries during his career, was delighted for the young kid.
“That’s exactly what it is (relief),” said Shearer. “Day after day, week after week, month after month, the amount of time in the gym that you spend, with the physios trying to get fit again when you thought ‘Do I actually belong at the top level again?’
“So, to get that moment again. Get your first goal, like he has. I mean what a touch and what a finish.
“That is a huge moment for him going forward. No matter how mentally strong you are, you are bound to have the odd doubt because it’s such a serious injury.
“So, to get back on the big stage, get your goal and you are away flying again. What a big moment for him.”
With Mo Salah on Africa Cup of Nations duty, Elliott still ensured that traces of the Egyptian king were still showcased at Anfield over the weekend.
Following a pin-point cross from Andy Robertson, the Liverpool youngster took a brilliant first touch and volleyed the ball home on his left foot like he was trying to pay homage to Salah himself.
It was an outstanding goal from the former Fulham man and just a glimpse of what he is going to provide the Reds during these coming months and years.
Jurgen Klopp’s side are in every competition so far and they have a great chance of adding numerous trophies to their cabinet.
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