Harvey Elliott breaks his silence on his ‘selfish’ Liverpool exit after six years at the club
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Harvey Elliott has broken his silence on his recent departure from Liverpool, describing it as a "very difficult" and "selfish" decision motivated by his desire for regular first-team football. After six years at Liverpool and rising through the club’s ranks, the 22-year-old midfielder struggled for game time under manager Arne Slot, which ultimately led him to seek a move.
Elliott joined Aston Villa on 1 September 2025, initially on a season-long loan with an obligation to buy for a reported £35 million once he makes 10 appearances. His contract includes buy-back and sell-on clauses, indicating Liverpool's hope of possibly re-signing him after further development. Elliott expressed deep gratitude for his time at Liverpool, stating that he "loved every minute" and "learned so much," but emphasized the importance of playing regularly to improve.
In his own words, Elliott explained, "I had to be selfish. I made the decision to leave because I wanted to do what’s best for me," underscoring the dilemma young talents face balancing loyalty and career growth. He also pledged ongoing support for Liverpool, promising to watch and wish the club well from afar.
Since joining Aston Villa, Elliott has begun to receive more playing time, including a 19-minute appearance off the bench in a goalless draw against Everton, suggesting he will soon have the consistent minutes he sought. Fans and pundits alike are hopeful that Elliott will become a key attacking player for Villa, a club struggling for goals early in the season.
This transfer marks a pivotal moment in Elliott's career and highlights Liverpool's strategic planning to foster young talent’s growth, even if it means temporarily losing a promising player. Both clubs and supporters will be watching closely as Elliott aims to develop further and potentially return stronger in the future.
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