Harvey Elliott’s Aston Villa nightmare set to end: Here’s what could be next for New Balance’s rising star
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Credit: Manh Tung, Breaking Media Wed 8 April 2026 14:30, UK Harvey Elliott is just months away from the end of what has been a nightmare season on loan at Aston Villa.The midfielder was signed from Liverpool on transfer deadline day on loan with an obligation to buy, reportedly worth around £35million.But with seven Premier League games remaining, Elliott has appeared in just five of them, making nine appearances across all competitions. Harvey ElliottPremier League 2024-25Appearances34Starts11Goals3Assists6Chances created37Successful crosses22Duels won58There has been speculation that Emery has been preventing the midfielder from reaching that number, although the true reason for his treatment is still unclear.The Spaniard has repeatedly stated that tactical reasons are behind Elliott’s lack of minutes, but this has become increasingly hard to believe as the season has progressed.Elliott was just 18 when he became one of New Balance‘s rising stars, adorning the Furon boots as he took his first steps at Liverpool.The 2022-23 season saw the London-born talent become a regular for Jurgen Klopp’s Reds, scoring his first Premier League and Champions League goals.The following season saw that progress extend, Elliott hitting double digits for assists for the first time in his career.
New Balance’s new Furon V8sThe last two seasons have seen the 23-year-old handed adversity – despite him scoring the winner away at PSG, Arne Slot was not as keen to utilise the midfielder, and Emery has clearly shared a similar opinion.But make no mistake, Elliott is just waiting for his time to shine. The likes of West Ham and Brighton were interested in Elliott before Villa swooped in, and there will always be suitors for a talent of his pedigree.But the 23-year-old’s options will not be confined to the Premier League, and a move abroad could be the route he chooses to take.
Despite what has happened at Villa Park, the midfielder’s talent cannot be called into question. With the right manager overseeing his development, Elliott’s career will be back on track in no time, and a drive to prove his doubters wrong will be first on the menu. 🦁 ASTON VILLA INSIDER UPDATE 🦁 Get the inside track on the Villa Park dugout, transfer strategy, player wages, and technical leadership at Bodymoor Heath.