Arne Slot's blunt response to Harvey Elliott return question speaks volumes

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Liverpool IconLiverpool FC NewsFeaturesHarvey ElliottLiverpool head coach Arne Slot made it clear that recalling Harvey Elliott is not in his plans as he called for questions on the 22-year-old's future to be redirected to Aston VillaHarvey Elliott seemingly won't be returning to Liverpool(Image: Getty Images)Arne Slot gave short shrift to a suggestion that Liverpool could look to recall Harvey Elliott during the January transfer window.Elliott has not played for Villa since the beginning of October, with Villa manager Unai Emery clearly not keen on playing the Liverpool loanee.Villa signed Elliott on a loan deal with an obligation to sign the player permanently in 2026, on the condition that he makes 10 appearances for the Midlands club.He has currently made just five, and it seems unlikely that the obligation to sign him permanently will be triggered.Elliott finds himself in a tough spot, as FIFA rules stipulate that a player cannot appear for more than two clubs in a single season.READ MORE: Arne Slot gives Alexander Isak injury return prediction with 'big disappointment' claimREAD MORE: Hugo Ekitike shows true colors as Alexander Isak injury confirmed by LiverpoolElliott has already made appearances for both Liverpool and Villa, so his only hopes of playing again this term are to break through at Villa or to return to Liverpool and play for Slot's team.However, Slot made it clear that he is not planning to recall Elliott – cutting off a reporter before he could even finish asking his question about a possible Anfield return for the 22-year-old."No, Harvey is an Aston Villa player," Slot said. "He's supposed to be going there for the season.

Any questions about him, the best place to ask is in Villa. They are doing really well by the way."Slot also said that he is not currently thinking about making additions to the squad during the January transfer window, despite the squad struggling with injuries."My first and only thoughts are on the upcoming games," Slot said.

It's a time for the players we have to roll their sleeves up and for the fans to help us to get the results we want. The available players and fans need to give everything they have."