Unai Emery said Harvey Elliott did not travel for Aston Villa’s Europa League match at Basel and confirmed multiple talks with the Liverpool loanee about his situation. Elliott has been omitted from seven consecutive Premier League matchday squads after limited minutes early in the season. Reports state Villa would be obliged to buy for about £35m if he reaches 10 Premier League appearances, and Emery noted the player is not definitely set for a permanent move. His last appearance came as a late substitute against Feyenoord on 2 October, following a deadline‑day loan switch from Liverpool. FIFA rules barring players from appearing for more than two clubs in a season prevent a move elsewhere, narrowing midseason options for all parties.
