Former Aston Villa CEO explains why Liverpool are “not playing ball” in Harvey Elliott saga

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Harvey Elliott continues to be hung out to dry at Aston Villa with his future beyond this season hardly clear. Image Credits: Imago Images Harvey Elliott’s situation at Aston Villa has become a real talking point this season.

Now former Aston Villa CEO Christian Purslow has suggested Liverpool were never likely to revisit the conditions of Elliott’s loan to Aston Villa, as they see Unai Emery’s side as a direct competitor for Champions League spots and the lucrative rewards that come with them. The stakes on Champions League qualification are so high, probably £90m to £100m of revenue next year in or out.” “Frankly, the £5m to £10m you might lose if Harvey Elliott doesn’t kick a ball and bounces back in the summer is peanuts compared to whether Liverpool are fifth or Villa fifth, so that’s why Liverpool aren’t playing ball.” “There’s one ‘but’.

I’ve noticed they’ve briefed out that the 10 games [for making the transfer permanent] is Premier League games, so I think there’s a decent chance we see Harvey Elliott playing in the Europa League.” READ MORE: On loan Liverpool defender promoted to captain Want to get the latest Liverpool news direct to your phone? Aston Villa Harvey Elliott