Harvey Elliott's Future Hangs in Balance as Liverpool Sets Transfer Price Tag
Harvey Elliott is expected to dominate transfer speculation throughout the remaining summer window as departure rumors from Liverpool continue to grow.
The 22-year-old midfielder received limited playing time under Arne Slot during the previous campaign and hasn't dismissed the possibility of leaving Anfield to secure more regular first-team action. Following his outstanding performance at the Under-21 European Championship, where he helped England claim the title, he has certainly attracted significant attention from potential suitors.
Elliott's destiny will unfold in the upcoming weeks and possibly months, with the attacking midfielder requiring frank conversations with Liverpool management. The Merseyside club will reportedly seek more than £40 million ($54.9 million) plus a buy-back option, or alternatively a straight fee exceeding £50 million ($68.7 million) without such a clause, for the former Fulham youth product, as reported by The Athletic.
Liverpool's shortage of homegrown players might also factor into decisions regarding the playmaker's future, as the club faces a deficit of English players heading into the 2025–26 season. However, with Florian Wirtz's £116 million acquisition and Dominik Szoboszlai also positioned higher in the hierarchy, Elliott might be compelled to pursue an exit during this transfer window.
Below are the potential clubs that might target the English talent.
Possible Clubs for Harvey Elliott
Elliott featured in only 28 matches across all competitions for Liverpool last season, with many appearances coming as a substitute, and managed just two Premier League starts as the Reds secured the championship. Nevertheless, following his five-goal haul and Player of the Tournament recognition at the recent Under-21 Euros, European clubs have been reminded of his exceptional abilities.
The Athletic reports that RB Leipzig stands among the most interested parties in Elliott and will likely require a creative attacking midfielder this summer as Xavi Simons approaches his departure. The Dutch player's transfer will generate substantial revenue—potentially alongside Benjamin Šeško's exit—enabling them to invest heavily in the Liverpool player. He wouldn't be the first English player to relocate to Germany, which has proven to be a successful destination recently.
Bayer Leverkusen emerges as another German club seeking an attacking midfielder. Following Wirtz's sale to Liverpool, they now have an opening in the number 10 role that Elliott could potentially occupy. They are also close to acquiring Jarell Quansah from Liverpool, demonstrating the strong transfer relationship between both clubs that has proven mutually beneficial.
Should Elliott prefer to remain in England rather than move abroad, Premier League options will certainly be available. Newcastle United consistently seeks homegrown players and Eddie Howe would undoubtedly maximize Liverpool's number 19's potential, with the Magpies possibly attracting Elliott through the promise of Champions League participation. Nevertheless, his role within Howe's demanding and physical 4-3-3 system remains questionable.
Since Aston Villa chose not to make Marcus Rashford or Marco Asensio's loan deals permanent this summer, they will also be seeking attacking additions. Playing under Unai Emery would prove advantageous for Elliott, given the Spanish manager's success in developing Morgan Rogers into an outstanding attacking midfielder.
With João Pedro set to join Chelsea, Brighton & Hove Albion will be searching for a replacement, while West Ham United may require someone to replace Mohammed Kudus next season—though the London Stadium currently lacks appeal as a destination.