Liverpool are reportedly prepared to cash in on Harvey Elliott this summer, placing a £40 million price tag on the talented midfielder. This unexpected move has sparked strong interest from multiple Premier League clubs, with Aston Villa, Bournemouth, and Wolves among those keenly monitoring the situation.
Elliott, now 22, has been with Liverpool since joining from Fulham as a teenager. He made headlines early in his career by becoming the Premier League’s youngest-ever player at just 16 years and 30 days during a match against Wolves in 2019. Despite early promise, his first-team opportunities at Anfield have been limited, especially under current manager Arne Slot.
Having spent the 2020-21 season on loan at Blackburn Rovers, where he played an impressive 42 matches, Elliott returned to Liverpool with high hopes. However, injuries and intense midfield competition have restricted his involvement. This season, he’s started only one Premier League match—Liverpool’s 3-1 loss to Chelsea—despite making 26 appearances overall.
He’s had brief moments of brilliance, including scoring in three consecutive Champions League fixtures and assisting Federico Chiesa’s goal in the EFL Cup final against Newcastle United. But with Liverpool’s midfield packed with names like Ryan Gravenberch, Dominik Szoboszlai, Alexis Mac Allister, and a resurgent Curtis Jones, Elliott’s future at the club is now uncertain.
Sources close to the club suggest that Liverpool are looking to offload players to reinvest in the squad, and Elliott is one of the most valuable assets they are willing to let go. “Liverpool could decide to cash in on him while his value remains high,” insiders told CaughtOffside.
Meanwhile, Aston Villa are reassessing their own midfield setup. The return of Enzo Barrenechea and Leander Dendoncker from loan spells will add depth, alongside established players like Youri Tielemans, John McGinn, Ross Barkley, Amadou Onana, and Boubacar Kamara. Still, Elliott’s creativity and versatility make him a tempting prospect.
Newcastle United and Crystal Palace are also said to be in the race, setting the stage for a competitive transfer saga once the window opens.
As Liverpool seek to reshape their squad for another title run, Elliott’s exit could be one of the biggest stories of the summer.
