Liverpool set to ignore easy January transfer as Arne Slot teases his plans

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I don't have access to that specific Express article link. However, based on the search results provided and the headline you mentioned, I can offer context about Harvey Elliott's transfer situation: Harvey Elliott's loan move to Aston Villa has become increasingly problematic. The England midfielder played just one minute for Liverpool before his September deadline day loan transfer to Villa, but that single minute—where he assisted Rio Ngumoha's stoppage-time winner against Newcastle—has created significant complications for his future. The core issue stems from FIFA regulations. Since Elliott appeared in that one Liverpool match, he cannot return to Anfield in January without triggering complex regulatory restrictions. Additionally, Villa's loan deal includes a £35 million obligation to make the transfer permanent if Elliott makes 10 Premier League appearances, a threshold Villa appears unlikely to reach given Emery's limited deployment of the midfielder. Elliott has been largely unused at Villa, receiving criticism from manager Unai Emery for his performances. Despite the club's initial optimism about the loan, it has become a nightmare scenario for the young England international, potentially derailing his 2026 World Cup aspirations just months after he had positioned himself well for national team selection. RB Leipzig had previously shown interest with a €20 million offer, but that opportunity has since closed. However, recent reports suggest Liverpool and Elliott could explore a clever transfer loophole to bypass FIFA regulations, potentially allowing him to leave Villa in January. For now, Elliott remains trapped in a difficult situation at Villa Park, with his path forward uncertain and his international ambitions hanging in the balance.