The expected departure of Harvey Elliott this summer has divided the Liverpool fanbase. On one side are those who see the versatile Englishman as a reliable presence in the Reds' engine room, with his tally of 15 goals and 20 assists in 147 appearances by his 22nd birthday serving as solid evidence of his value.
On the other hand are those who believe that for Arne Slot’s winning machine to keep purring, a strategy of constant squad evolution - like the one Manchester City deploys - is essential. With a midfield trio of Dominik Szoboszlai, Alexis Mac Allister, and Premier League Young Player of the Year Ryan Gravenberch playing a starring role in last season's Premier League title win, plus Curtis Jones and new signing Florian Wirtz in the mix, minutes could be hard to come by for Elliott.
However, his impressive performance in England U21’s 3-1 win over the Czech Republic may have just unified the fanbase once again. While his exit from the club he supports seems all but certain, more and more among the Anfield faithful are beginning to wonder if letting him go is really the right move.
Liverpool boss Arne Slot Related
Liverpool’s Dream 11 For 2025/26 Season if They Sign Florian Wirtz
Following Mohamed Salah's contract extension, Arne Slot and his entourage could fight on all fronts with this starting line-up next season.
Liverpool Fans Cast Verdict On Elliott After England U21 Display
The Anfield faithful still believe he could play a role at Liverpool
Harvey Elliott celebrating after a Liverpool win
Elliott played the full ninety minutes on Thursday night, and his performance left many onlookers questioning why he's so close to the exit door at Anfield. Such was his dominance that some are even wondering whether he could feature in the senior England squad under Thomas Tuchel. Operating from the right wing - a role he grew into during Jurgen Klopp’s farewell season - Elliott looked as confident as anyone on the pitch, dictating the tempo and constantly turning the screw of the opposition defence.
From his 63 touches, the 22-year-old got himself on the scoresheet, completed 90% of his passes, and registered two key passes. His highlights paint the picture of a creative livewire as he was constantly pressing his opponents, demanding the ball at every opportunity, and taking the game by the scruff of the neck whenever the Young Lions were in possession. Watch his full highlights below:
His compilation has drawn a lot of interest from Liverpool supporters, who quickly reassessed their thoughts on his possible departure. "That's Rayan Cherki," one X user said in reference to Man City's new midfield signing, while a second added: "We should keep him." A third then remarked:
"Just when I thought I was out, he pulls me back in. Might have to keep him as right-wing cover if [Federico] Chiesa goes."
Harvey Elliott's match statistics against Czech Republic U21s
Minutes played
Goals
Touches
Pass accuracy
Key passes
Sofascore rating
A fourth user continued: "Will be mad to let him go. Such a talented player," and a fifth wrote: "There's still a player here. I'm not selling." Elsewhere, a level-headed supporter concluded: "Would be a big shame to let him go but have to trust Slot on that one."
All statistics courtesy of Sofascore (correct as of 13/06/2025)