What next? Liverpool star requests a discussion about his future with Iraola before the Premier League season starts.
On 31 July 2026, Harvey Elliott, Liverpool's attacking midfielder, opened up after returning to play for his club in the English Premier League during the preseason tour in the United States.
Last season, Harvey Elliott moved from Liverpool to Aston Villa on loan seeking a chance to break into the England national team for the 2026 World Cup, but he appeared in only 9 matches across all competitions, starting just 3 games and totaling 277 minutes of play.
Due to a loan contract clause requiring Aston Villa to sign him permanently for £35 million if he played 10 matches, Elliott spent most of his time on the bench before returning to Liverpool this season.
Harvey Elliott, 23, who started for the Reds in both preseason friendlies in the U.S.—a 4-2 win over Sunderland and a 1-0 win against Wrexham—spoke about the new season, saying, "Everyone knows how much I love this club."
"I've supported this team since I was a child; it has always been my childhood dream. Wearing the jersey again is a uniquely special feeling."
"Last summer, I wanted new challenges and to step out of my comfort zone. I thought it would help me develop further as a player, but unfortunately, things didn't go as hoped."
"This feels like a second chance, especially working with the new manager. I hope to impress him and earn his favor."
However, Harvey Elliott remains uncertain about his playing future at Liverpool this season under new manager Andoni Iraola. "Andoni and the staff are fantastic. They have been very detailed about what they want and expect from us as players."
"Though it’s still early days, once most players return, everything will settle. I haven't yet shown my best form and think it will take some time since I didn’t play much last season."
"I'm also unsure what will happen regarding my future. I need to discuss details with the manager when the time is right. I'll approach him myself."
"Right now, I'm giving my all and trying to impress. For the next step, I need to decide carefully and choose what's best for me, whether that's staying to fight for a place or moving elsewhere."
