Fabinho lofted the ball forwards towards Elliott, sparking a counter-attacking opportunity for the Reds, which was quickly thwarted when Struijk slid in on the 18-year-old.

Whilst the Leeds defender led with his left leg, it was his trailing right one that connected with Elliott and left the England youth international in agony.

Physios rushed to Elliott’s aid, who had to be stretchered off the pitch whilst Struijk was shown a straight red card for the challenge.

Elliott has enjoyed a wonderful start to the season, breaking into the starting lineup and providing spark and drive in Jurgen Klopp’s midfield. It’s a real shame to see the talent sidelined like this.

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