Harvey Elliott is “over the moon” after making the ‘selfish’ decision to join Aston Villa from Liverpool. If he hadn’t been playing regularly at Liverpool under Arne Slot, Elliott felt it was best for his career to move on. He admitted to being “selfish” in making this decision, prioritizing his need for first-team football ¹.

Elliott’s move to Villa came after limited opportunities at Liverpool, where he made 28 appearances across all competitions last season, with only six of those coming from the start. The 22-year-old’s transfer was an initial season-long loan with an obligation to make the deal permanent for £35 million.

Key Points About Elliott’s Transfer

– Transfer Details: Elliott joined Aston Villa on a season-long loan with an obligation to buy for £35 million, potentially rising to £47 million.

– Elliott’s Feelings: He’s “over the moon” about the transfer, stating it was a “difficult decision” but necessary for his career growth.

– Liverpool’s Perspective: Arne Slot praised Elliott, saying he conducted himself well during his time at Liverpool, despite limited playing time.

– Mo Salah’s Reaction: Mohamed Salah expressed disappointment about Elliott’s departure, wishing him well but feeling that Liverpool could have offered him more playing time ² ³ ⁴.