Overview
- Unai Emery confirmed Villa decided months ago not to make Elliott’s loan permanent to avoid activating an appearance-based purchase obligation.
- Elliott has played only sparingly for Villa, with five total outings and no action since October 2, despite training regularly.
- Reports indicate there is no recall clause, so any Liverpool return would require Villa to cancel the loan and could involve financial adjustments.
- Charlotte FC are prepared to take Elliott on loan for the MLS season, but multiple reports say the 22-year-old is not currently considering a move to the United States.
- With FIFA limiting players to two clubs per season, Elliott’s immediate options are narrow and he risks minimal game time unless the clubs agree an exit from the loan.