**Aston Villa are leading the race to sign Liverpool’s Harvey Elliott**, with manager Unai Emery keen to add the 22‑year‑old to his midfield. Elliott is reportedly enthusiastic about the move, seeing it as a chance to play more regularly under Emery’s project—even though **Liverpool aren’t actively shopping him**, they’re open to offers around £35–40 million.
### What we know:
* **Villa confidence**: Emery’s side have reportedly made contact and believe Elliott is motivated to join.
* **Strong competition**: West Ham and various European clubs are also interested .
* **Player situation**: Elliott made just two Premier League starts last season (360 minutes total), and has openly stated he wants regular playing time to maximize his career potential.
* **Fee discussions**: Estimates range from **£35 million** (TeamTalk) to **£40 million** .
### Why it makes sense for Villa:
* For Emery, Elliott’s creativity, versatility (attacking midfield or right wing), and pressing play suit his tactical approach perfectly.
* Elliott is at an age (22–23) where minutes are crucial, and he’s indicated he doesn’t want to “waste years” on the bench
### In summary:
Aston Villa look set to test Liverpool’s resolve with a strong offer (\~£35–40 M), backed by Emery’s vision and Elliott’s own eagerness to move. While the Reds aren’t desperate to sell, they may listen if the valuation is met and the player is convinced it’s time to move on.
