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Harvey Elliott has today stepped up his return to first-team action by featuring in a behind-closed-doors under-23s match against Wrexham.

The Liverpool midfielder successfully completed 60 minutes of match action, which the club planned as the most appropriate arrangement ahead of the game.

During the match, Elliott spent 45 minutes on the right of midfield and later formed the right side of a front three during 15 minutes of the second half.

The 18-year-old midfielder managed to get on the scoresheet as well as register an assist during his hour-long involvement and is believed to have come through the game well.

Elliott has been sidelined since his ankle injury suffered against Leeds United back in September, though last week found himself back in full first-team training as he closes in on a comeback.

In addition to the talented teenager earning some valuable playing time, the ECHO understands there were also opportunities handed to defender Rhys Williams and midfielder Leighton Clarkson against Wrexham.

Both players recently returned from loan spells at Swansea City and Blackburn Rovers respectively, which were both cut short due to a lack of regular outings.

Williams, who helped Jurgen Klopp's side secure Champions League football last season, had made only five Championship appearances with Russell