Overview
- Unai Emery said Elliott did not travel to face FC Basel and confirmed multiple conversations to find “the best” outcome for the player and club.
- Emery described Elliott as “on loan” and “not definitely” set for a permanent stay, signaling Villa do not plan to trigger a long-term deal.
- Elliott has five appearances and has been omitted from seven straight Premier League matchday squads, with his last minutes coming on October 2 in Europe.
- Reports say a £35m obligation to buy activates at 10 appearances, and Villa are viewed as unlikely to reach that threshold under current plans.
- FIFA rules prevent him from playing for a third club this season, narrowing January options to a return to Liverpool or a move outside UEFA jurisdictions, with some debate over whether his omissions are financial or purely sporting decisions.