Club officials and the coaching staff at Liverpool must make a key decision regarding the futures of two talented players — 23-year-old midfielder Harvey Elliot and 28-year-old winger Federico Chiesa.
Despite both players' public desire to continue their careers at Anfield, the high level of competition under new head coach Andoni Iraola leaves them with minimal chances of securing regular places in the starting XI.
Harvey Elliot's situation
After returning from a loan spell at Aston Villa, Elliot is determined to prove his worth in pre-season matches. His technical skills fit Iraola's style of play; however, breaking into the starting lineup may prove extremely difficult with Florian Wirtz and Dominik Szoboszlai ahead of him.
Interest from elsewhere: According to TEAMtalk, Crystal Palace are interested in the Englishman and are prepared to offer him regular first-team football.
Federico Chiesa's prospects
The situation for the Italian winger looks even more uncertain.
Competition on the flanks: Following Mohamed Salah's departure, the Merseysiders have already bolstered their squad with Victor Munoz and are continuing their search for a top winger (including interest in Bradley Barcola).
Demand in Italy: Chiesa continues to attract attention from leading Serie A clubs, who are eyeing a transfer closer to the end of the window.
Selling players for reasonable compensation will allow Liverpool to relieve their wage bill and find additional funds for priority transfers.
