David Silva fell into the same category as David Villa, Simao, Nabil Fekir and Julian Draxler.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
Forever linked with a move to Anfield but it never materialised.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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It always felt like it might happen during Rafael Benitez’s time as Liverpool manager, due to the Valencia link, but alas, it wasn’t meant to be. Silva went on to sign for Manchester City, becoming one of the best playmakers in Premier League history during his 10 year stint at the Etihad.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
Make or break loan for Harvey Elliott<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n\nTo the surprise of, well, everyone, Harvey Elliott<\/a> completed a deadline day loan move to Valencia. James Pearce confirmed that despite suggestions the England international’s deal expired at the end of the summer, he actually has a deal at Anfield until 2028.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\nAn impressive spell in LaLiga<\/a> could get his career back on track after a disappointing campaign with Aston Villa last time out. Catch the eye and Andoni Iraola could find a place for him in his squad. Even if there is no future with the Merseyside club, it’s an opportunity to put himself in the shop window.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\nThe Spanish top-flight is the perfect environment for Elliott.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
\nA slower tempo with more focus on technical ability, he isn’t going to be physically dominated. He can be a conductor for this Valencia side in the same way David Silva<\/a> was during his time at the Mestalla.<\/p>\n<\/div>\nHarvey Elliott could be David Silva’s regen<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n\nElliott has always been likened to the great Manchester City maestro, likely due to his lightweight frame and the fact the pair are both left-footed. Under Jurgen Klopp, the Liverpool No19 did carve out a similar sort of role as the now retired Spanish international.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
\nHe moved in from the wing and was deployed as the right-sided midfielder in a three. He was able to combine with the wide players, taking up positions and picking up the ball in pockets. But he wasn’t marooned in wide areas and isolated against the touchline. It made the most of his ball-playing ability.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
\nNow, in his unveiling as a Valencia player, Elliott has confirmed that David Silva<\/a> was an idol of his.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\u201cValencia CF are seen as a big club in Europe because of the quality of past players here, like David Silva<\/a> and David Villa. For me personally, David Silva<\/a> was someone I looked up to in terms of performance and the way he played. So, you know, hopefully, I can maybe get close to what David Silva<\/a> achieved here.”<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
To the surprise of, well, everyone, Harvey Elliott<\/a> completed a deadline day loan move to Valencia. James Pearce confirmed that despite suggestions the England international’s deal expired at the end of the summer, he actually has a deal at Anfield until 2028.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n An impressive spell in LaLiga<\/a> could get his career back on track after a disappointing campaign with Aston Villa last time out. Catch the eye and Andoni Iraola could find a place for him in his squad. Even if there is no future with the Merseyside club, it’s an opportunity to put himself in the shop window.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n The Spanish top-flight is the perfect environment for Elliott.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n A slower tempo with more focus on technical ability, he isn’t going to be physically dominated. He can be a conductor for this Valencia side in the same way David Silva<\/a> was during his time at the Mestalla.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Elliott has always been likened to the great Manchester City maestro, likely due to his lightweight frame and the fact the pair are both left-footed. Under Jurgen Klopp, the Liverpool No19 did carve out a similar sort of role as the now retired Spanish international.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n He moved in from the wing and was deployed as the right-sided midfielder in a three. He was able to combine with the wide players, taking up positions and picking up the ball in pockets. But he wasn’t marooned in wide areas and isolated against the touchline. It made the most of his ball-playing ability.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Now, in his unveiling as a Valencia player, Elliott has confirmed that David Silva<\/a> was an idol of his.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \u201cValencia CF are seen as a big club in Europe because of the quality of past players here, like David Silva<\/a> and David Villa. For me personally, David Silva<\/a> was someone I looked up to in terms of performance and the way he played. So, you know, hopefully, I can maybe get close to what David Silva<\/a> achieved here.”<\/p>\n<\/div>\nHarvey Elliott could be David Silva’s regen<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n
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