{
  "id": 15573306,
  "title": "Liverpool have a January solution that will cost them nothing",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/19/liverpool-have-a-january-solution-that-will-cost-them-nothing",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-19T06:40:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/liverpool-january-solution-cost-them-064000323.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In the quest for a January solution at Liverpool, the club appears to have found a potential answer without incurring any costs. Andoni Iraola's tenure has seen the team develop gradually, yet the squad's inconsistency remains a concern. The midfield and right wing, in particular, have been weak points. Mohamed Salah's departure has left the attacking right side without a natural option.\n\nHarvey Elliott, once a key player for Liverpool under Jurgen Klopp, could be the perfect fit to remedy these issues. Elliott's development has slowed under the current regime, leading to his departure in the summer. A season-long loan to Aston Villa didn't help his progress, and he's currently on loan at Valencia in La Liga, making just four substitute appearances and facing harsh criticism. Despite this, Liverpool's former star is eager to regain his form and could be a valuable asset for the club come January.\n\nElliott's dual role in both the midfield and right wing, coupled with his familiarity with the team and league, makes him a prime candidate to slot back into Liverpool's lineup. His return would not only bolster the squad but also serve as a cost-saving measure for the club. Julian Ward and the recruitment team should consider this option seriously.",
  "summary": "Liverpool are still trying to figure things out under Andoni Iraola. The first couple of months under the Spaniard have shown promising glimpses of what could be at Anfield, but the side lacks consist...",
  "key_points": [
    "Liverpool seeks January solution without cost",
    "Harvey Elliott could remedy midfield, right wing issues",
    "Season-long loan to Aston Villa hindered Elliott's progress"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}