Liverpool are preparing to say goodbye to one of their brightest young talents, as Harvey Elliott moves closer to sealing a transfer to Aston Villa. SkySports reports that the 22-year-old midfielder has been granted permission to undergo a medical in Birmingham, with the deal set to reshape the next chapter of his career.
The move will initially be structured as a season-long loan for the 2025–26 campaign, but both clubs have agreed that it will become permanent next summer. Villa are expected to pay around £35 million for Elliott, a fee that reflects his potential as well as his Premier League experience.
A Rising Star Who Struggled for Minutes
Elliott had once been seen as part of Liverpool’s long-term future. He played a key role during Jürgen Klopp’s farewell season, featuring more than 50 times across all competitions. But with Klopp stepping away and Arne Slot taking over, the youngster’s path to regular football became more complicated.
The summer arrival of Florian Wirtz only increased the competition in attacking midfield and wide positions. With Mohamed Salah still a consistent starter and Luis Díaz, Cody Gakpo, and Diogo Jota also in contention, Elliott risked spending much of the season on the fringes.
For a player eager to develop, sitting on the bench was never going to be enough. That made a move essential—one that keeps him in the Premier League spotlight rather than sending him abroad.
Why Aston Villa?
Villa’s offer provides the best of both worlds for Elliott. He will remain in England, close to home, and step into a team where his style of play fits naturally into Unai Emery’s dynamic system. The Birmingham club have been pushing to add more creativity in midfield and see Elliott as a player who can grow with them.
It’s understood that RB Leipzig were also interested, but the midfielder’s preference was to continue his development in the Premier League rather than head to the Bundesliga.
The End of a Liverpool Chapter
For Liverpool supporters, Elliott’s departure will be bittersweet. Signed as a teenager from Fulham, he was seen as one of the brightest English prospects of his generation. His technical quality, energy, and flair made him a fan favorite, and moments like his long-range strikes and clever link-up play will not be forgotten.
But football is often about timing, and with Liverpool’s squad depth and new direction under Slot, the young midfielder simply needed a fresh start.
What’s Next?
Once his medical is completed, Elliott is expected to be unveiled as a new Aston Villa player before the international break. For Villa, it’s a statement signing—adding a proven Premier League talent with plenty of room to grow. For Elliott, it’s the chance to step out of the shadows at Anfield and establish himself as a regular starter in the top flight.
As Liverpool fans prepare to see him leave, many will reflect on his journey with pride and perhaps a little sadness. But at just 22 years old, Harvey Elliott’s story is far from over—it’s only moving to a new stage, one that could see him flourish in claret and blue.
