Liverpool is closely watching Harvey Elliott’s time at Aston Villa. On loan from Liverpool, the young midfielder has suited up only seven times since the move in summer. Villa’s manager, Unai Emery, is now tasked with determining Elliott’s future.
The agreement between Liverpool and Aston Villa includes a clause where Villa pays â¬39 million for a permanent move, contingent on Elliott hitting 10 Premier League games. However, Emery hinted that there’s no certainty on that happening.
As decisions loom, Elliott won’t be seeing action against Basel. His last game came off the bench against Feyenoord earlier this October. Ongoing talks aim to boost his prospects of regular game time as Emery seeks answers.
Elliott started only two league games for Liverpool last season. Even if he desires a switch, the league’s regulations prevent another mid-season move due to appearances for both Liverpool and Villa. With January’s transfer window nearing, Liverpool could consider rallying him back if playtime remains a concern.
At the forefront of Liverpool’s immediate actions is Mohamed Salah’s future. Noted for his goals and charisma, Salah is visibly dissatisfied with his reduced role, hinting at a potential club exit. How this resolves will likely impact the decisions surrounding Elliott, as Liverpool aims to balance their squad.
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