Journalist says Elliott decision still to come as Isak move confirmed
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Harvey Elliott is now considered more likely to stay at Liverpool this summer than to leave, despite ongoing interest from multiple clubs. Initially, Elliott was thought to be a probable departure as Liverpool sought to balance their transfer activity. However, recent developments suggest Liverpool may retain the young midfielder for the 2025/26 season.
This shift comes amidst a busy summer transfer window for Liverpool, which has already seen significant player sales including Trent Alexander-Arnold, Caoimhin Kelleher, Luis Diaz, Tyler Morton, Darwin Nunez, and others, raising around £200 million. Further sales involving players such as Harvey Elliott, Federico Chiesa, Ben Doak, and Kostas Tsimikas were anticipated to bring in an additional £60-90 million, providing substantial funds for new signings.
However, recent insights from Liverpool journalist Lewis Steele suggest that while Liverpool appear positioned to generate revenue from Elliott’s sale, a decision to keep him aligns with the club’s strategic interests. With Liverpool still planning significant acquisitions like Alexander Isak and Marc Guehi, retaining Elliott could bolster squad depth and creativity.
Additionally, the Liverpool squad is experiencing changes in key defensive personnel, with Virgil van Dijk publicly expressing his desire for Joe Gomez to stay, even as Liverpool pursue Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi. These developments reflect Liverpool’s complex squad management as they prepare for the new season.
Overall, Harvey Elliott’s future at Liverpool has become more optimistic for supporters, emphasizing the club’s intent to build on recent Premier League success with a blend of experienced defenders and promising midfield talent.
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