Aston Villa wrapped up the signing of Harvey Elliott from Liverpool on deadline day
Harvey Elliott left Liverpool for Aston Villa
Harvey Elliott left Liverpool for Aston Villa(Image: PA)
Harvey Elliott believes Aston Villa will provide the right environment for him to “progress as much as possible” after joining from boyhood club Liverpool.
The 22-year-old started only two Premier League games last season under Arne Slot, given the depth and quality of the Reds’ squad.
He impressed during England's triumph at the 2025 UEFA European Under-21 Championship in Slovakia, scoring five goals in 475 minutes and earning the Player of the Tournament award.
Elliott joined Villa on loan on deadline day, with a £35 million obligation to buy agreed — meaning he is set to become a permanent member of Unai Emery’s squad.
After leaving Anfield for Villa Park, Elliott posted on Instagram to reflect on the move.
"When I joined Liverpool in 2019 it was a dream come true for me and my family," he started. "As a young child I travelled the world supporting the team as a fan and words will never be able to explain the feeling I had when I pulled on that famous red shirt for the first time as a player.
"Over the course of the last six years I’ve experienced so much and grown from a young 16 year old boy into a man during my time at the club. Growing up I could never have imagined that I’d go on to play 150 games for my boyhood team, winning 7 major trophies and culminating in being part of the squad to have won the Premier League last season with such a special group.
"Thank you to everybody at the club for welcoming me from the very first day I arrived and for looking after me ever since. Thank you to the board and Jurgen Klopp for helping me live my dream of becoming a Liverpool player. To Arne Slot, all of the coaches and staff who have helped me along the way and of course my teammates. It’s been a privilege to play with you all and I feel lucky to have made so many lifelong friends along the way.
"To the incredible Liverpool fans. Thank you for making me one of your own and for always supporting me through both good and tough times. I’ll always cherish the bond we have together. I will always have Liverpool in my heart.
"It’s now time for a new challenge. I am incredibly ambitious and feel that at this stage of my career it’s important to be in an environment where I’m able to have the opportunity to play and progress as much as possible.
"Thank you all for everything. See you soon! YNWA"
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