Liverpool's Midfield Logjam: English Talent Heads to La Liga After Limited Chances

Elliott moved to Birmingham last year, seeking more playing time after featuring in just two league starts during Liverpool's championship-winning 2024/2025 season. However, he only made nine appearances for Unai Emery's side. Aston Villa ultimately decided against activating the clause that would have required them to purchase him for £35 million after ten starts.

He returned to Liverpool this summer, and new manager Andoni Iraola gave him opportunities in pre-season friendlies. Yet, he was absent from the squad for the draws against Newcastle and Nottingham Forest at the start of the season. Following Curtis Jones, he becomes the second English player to leave Liverpool for a new challenge abroad.

Jones transferred to Inter Milan last month. Spanish midfielder Stefan Bajčetić also departed the club this week, making a permanent return to his boyhood club, Celta Vigo.

Concurrently, Liverpool announced the arrival of 18-year-old goalkeeper Lucca Brughmans from KRC Genk. He has signed a long-term contract with the club but will spend this season on loan with the Belgian team. This information was reported by the DPA agency.