Liverpool have received a formal transfer approach for midfielder Harvey Elliott from Spanish club Valencia. The 23-year-old England youth international has spoken directly with manager Andoni Iraola about leaving Anfield in search of more regular playing time.
Valencia are in advanced talks over a loan deal, with all parties optimistic about an agreement before the summer window closes on September 1. Elliott currently has three transfer offers and has already agreed personal terms with Valencia, who are managed by Carlos Corberan. The player's position has slipped under current boss Arne Slot, and he was omitted from the matchday squad for Liverpool's opening 2-2 draw with Newcastle United, a result that leaves the club 10th in the Premier League with one point from one game.
Harvey Elliott has struggled for consistent game time at Liverpool in recent seasons despite making 149 total appearances for the club. He was a regular feature during Jurgen Klopp's final season, playing 53 times across all competitions in 2023-24 and 46 times the season before. His situation has changed under the new management. Andoni Iraola said recently, "In Harvey's case, he's trying, he's improving every week, but I still prefer other options." This preference was evident when Elliott was left out entirely against Newcastle.
The club's early season form, shows a team with two goals scored and two conceded, sitting two points behind early leaders Brighton. Elliott's desire for a fresh start comes as Liverpool prepare for their next fixtures, a home match against Nottingham Forest on August 29th.
Elliott spent the 2023-24 campaign on loan at Aston Villa in a deal that included a clause to make the move permanent for £35 million if he made ten appearances. He ended up making nine appearances across all competitions, one short of triggering the clause. Villa manager Unai Emery acknowledged that the lack of regular football affected Elliott's season, and the club opted against signing him permanently. He returned to Liverpool earlier this summer facing the same competition for places.
Negotiations between Liverpool and Valencia are progressing well. The Spanish side is working to beat other rivals to Elliott's signature. While the structure is believed to be a loan, the formal approach indicates serious intent. Elliott joined Liverpool from Fulham in 2019 and has been with the club for seven years, but his spell now appears to be nearing its end as the transfer deadline looms.
Liverpool are also active in the market looking to bolster their own squad. Reports indicate they have agreed a deal to sign French international Bradley Barcola from Paris Saint-Germain. The potential departure of Elliott, coupled with new arrivals, signals a period of reshaping for a team that conceded twice in its opening match. The immediate focus turns to the Forest game, where Liverpool will aim for their first win of the season.
