Harvey Elliott admits he is relishing Liverpool’s midfield competition this summer.
An overhaul of the engine room is expected to take place at the end of this season as Jurgen Klopp’s side prepare to enter their latest evolution phase.
Elliott has made 42 appearances for the Reds in the current campaign with his most recent coming in Sunday’s breathless 4-3 thriller against Tottenham.
And the 20-year-old is looking forward to the challenge of vying for a spot in his preferred position next term alongside a potential host of new faces.
“More competition drives you on to make sure you are the best, to work as hard as you possibly can in training and take your opportunity in games,” said Elliott.
“Whoever comes in they will have unbelievable talent because it is a big club.
“it’s always going to be hard but you need to reflect on the situation, stay level-headed and wait for your opportunity, which is what I’ll be doing.
“I’ll be working as hard as I possibly can to show the manager and coaching staff I can play.
“With the new lads coming in I want to help them out if they need me at any given time so it’s nice for them to know they have people around them to look after them.
“It’s more competition but it’s good for everyone. Whatever happens happens and I’ll make sure I work extra hard to prove myself.”