SpotlightThe GuardianUnverified source· 30 Jul 2026
Harvey Elliott: 'Second chance' at Liverpool after Villa loan
Midfielder returns to Anfield grateful after nearly being sold permanently.


H. Elliott
player
Player
Harvey Elliott
Age
23
Club
Liverpool
Loan club
Aston Villa
Appearances
9 (277 minutes)
What happened. Harvey Elliott says he feels he has a 'second chance' at Liverpool after his loan to Aston Villa fell short of triggering a permanent transfer.
- Villa had an obligation to buy for £35m if he made 10 appearances.
- Elliott played only 277 minutes across nine games.
- He won the Europa League with Liverpool despite limited playing time.
“I feel like I've been given a second chance.”
— Harvey Elliott
Elliott is now back in Liverpool's squad and looking to make an impact.
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