Harvey Elliott completes loan move to Aston Villa
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Harvey Elliott has completed a season-long loan move from Liverpool to Aston Villa, with the deal including an obligation for Villa to make the transfer permanent for £35 million next summer. Liverpool have inserted buy-back and sell-on clauses, signaling their high regard for the 22-year-old midfielder.
Elliott joined Liverpool from Fulham in 2019 and made 149 appearances, scoring 17 goals. However, last season he started only one Premier League match, with his playing time further limited by Liverpool's signing of striker Alexander Isak this summer. Seeking more regular first-team football, Elliott opted for a move to Aston Villa, despite reported interest from RB Leipzig, West Ham, and Fulham.
His decision aligns with his impressive form at the UEFA Under-21 European Championship, where he was named Player of the Tournament after scoring five goals and helping England retain the title. Elliott's aim is to continue this momentum and secure consistent playing time to further develop his career.
The loan agreement includes a £35 million obligation to buy based on appearances, providing Villa with a strong midfield addition under manager Unai Emery. Liverpool view Elliott as a valuable future asset due to the buy-back clause, which keeps open the possibility of re-signing him.
Aston Villa successfully outbid RB Leipzig for Elliott, who declined other suitors including Premier League sides West Ham and his former club Fulham. This move represents a significant investment by Villa and a crucial turning point for Elliott, who seeks to establish himself as a key player in the Premier League.
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