One Liverpool player enduring a tough personal season could reportedly be given a lifeline by another Premier League club.
Harvey Elliott joined Aston Villa on an initial loan from Liverpool three months ago, with the deal set to become permanent once he reaches 10 appearances under Unai Emery (The Athletic). Yet it’s been nearly two months since his last appearance—one of just five outings so far—and he hasn’t made a Premier League matchday squad since mid-October (Transfermarkt). Some reports even suggest he may have played his final game at Villa Park.
Though still technically a Liverpool player, Elliott appears surplus to requirements at Anfield, leaving the door open for another top-flight club to swoop in.
West Ham monitoring Elliott situation
According to the Sunday Mirror (30 November, via West Ham Zone), West Ham are keeping tabs on Elliott’s situation and may pursue a move for him next summer. A January return to Liverpool hasn’t been ruled out if he continues to be overlooked in the Midlands, with RB Leipzig also reportedly interested in the England U21 international.
Liverpool should consider recalling Elliott
Given Emery seems unlikely to grant Elliott the five more appearances required to make the Villa move permanent, Liverpool could seriously consider recalling the 22-year-old. Last season under Arne Slot, Elliott was a sporadic starter but still made 28 appearances and contributed as a substitute—a far cry from his current stagnation.
Unless recalled to Merseyside and reintegrated into the first-team setup, Elliott may struggle to add further appearances to his 149 matches for Liverpool.
Elliott’s talent is undeniable, and his career shouldn’t be left to drift. West Ham could benefit from seizing this opportunity, assuming they can meet the financial requirements for a permanent deal while remaining a Premier League side. Ideally, he would return to Liverpool and build a long-term future at Anfield, but realistically, a move in 2026 seems likely—hopefully to a club where he can play regularly and fully realize his potential.
