Harvey Elliott's two options as Unai Emery's true thoughts on Liverpool loanee emerge

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Since his transfer from Fulham's under-18s in 2019, the young talent seemed to be on a promising path at Anfield.Elliott has made 149 appearances in total for Liverpool and recently lifted the Premier League trophy as part of Arne Slot's title-winning team. It's a silly decision from me, to be honest, but it's just one of them, live in the moment."You do these things, but I forgot the pitch was ridiculously dry and it is the price I have to pay."Fortunately, the Liverpool ace bounced back in time to help England triumph over Germany, adding further silverware to his collection.Recall possibilities for the RedsIn short, Liverpool face two choices regarding Elliott.

However, Elliott hasn't featured on Villa's bench since October, with Emery showing no interest in making Elliott's stay permanent.A BBC Sport report from earlier this month verified there is no recall option between Villa and Liverpool for the promising midfielder. They may be registered with three clubs but are restricted to appearing for just two.Elliott made two outings for Liverpool this campaign before switching to Villa, meaning his choices are now limited.Unai Emery's perspectiveFormer Villa chief Keith Wyness believes Emery doesn't value Elliott highly enough to include him in the starting XI.

The midfielder has managed just 96 minutes of Premier League action since arriving in Birmingham.Speaking to Football Insider, Wyness confessed to being surprised that Villa's manager has not utilised Elliott more extensively, though he suspects the player is being kept out by existing stars flourishing in midfield.He said: "I think that's what's pointing to him coming back to Liverpool in some way. It's been difficult to find a spot for him."But I do think particularly at clubs that may be coming up from next season.