AliousWolverhampton Wanderers are reportedly preparing to intensify their pursuit of Liverpool midfielder Harvey Elliott, as speculation grows that the 22-year-old could be on the move this summer. According to Give Me Sport, Wolves are looking to fast-track negotiations as they seek fresh creative spark in the event Matheus Cunha departs Molineux.
Elliott, despite adding a Premier League winner’s medal to his résumé under new Liverpool boss Arne Slot, faces an uncertain future at Anfield. Slot’s early success — culminating in a league title — has only intensified competition in midfield, with Elliott struggling for starts last season. The English U21 international managed just five starts across all competitions, although he still registered six goal contributions.
Pereira Eyes Elliott as Centrepiece of New-Look Attack
Wolves head coach Vitor Pereira is reportedly eager to make Elliott a key figure in his evolving project, particularly if Cunha — whose £62.5m release clause has attracted interest — moves on. The Portuguese manager sees Elliott as a potential linchpin, someone capable of leading the midfield with his blend of technical skill, creativity, and drive.
Pereira has already sanctioned the club’s record signing, Emmanuel Agbadou (£16.6m), but Elliott would come at a far steeper price. Liverpool are said to value the young midfielder at around £50 million — a figure reflecting both his long-term potential and the Reds’ reluctance to part ways without a compelling offer.
Liverpool Open to Offers as Midfield Restructure Continues
Though Liverpool are not actively pushing Elliott out, they remain “open-minded” about his sale if a substantial bid materializes. This openness is partly driven by their own recruitment ambitions. The Merseyside club is reportedly pushing hard to sign Bayer Leverkusen playmaker Florian Wirtz — a move that could further squeeze Elliott’s playing time.
Slot’s tactical evolution appears to prioritise new midfield profiles, and Elliott’s limited appearances under the Dutchman point to a reduced role going forward. Despite being under contract for two more years and earning £40,000 a week, the coming window could prove decisive for the former Fulham prospect’s future.
Transfer Race Intensifies as Rivals Circle
Wolves aren’t the only club monitoring Elliott’s situation. Nottingham Forest, Brighton, and Fulham are also said to be keeping tabs, while interest from unnamed foreign clubs could complicate matters and drive up Liverpool’s asking price.
Still, Wolves currently lead the race, with sources describing their interest as the most “concrete.” Pereira’s emphasis on youth, technical quality, and attacking fluidity could make Molineux an ideal landing spot for a player eager to prove himself as a regular starter.
Slot’s New Era Leaves Little Room for Sentiment
Elliott’s potential departure highlights just how swiftly Arne Slot is reshaping the Liverpool squad. Known for bold, decisive moves, the new manager is willing to part ways with even beloved academy products if it means pushing the team forward tactically.
For many Liverpool fans, the prospect of Elliott leaving is a tough pill to swallow. He has long embodied the club’s commitment to nurturing young talent, and his flashes of brilliance suggest a player who could have blossomed with more faith.
Still, if he is to exit Anfield, Elliott would leave as a symbol of transition — a gifted talent caught between the promise of youth and the demands of immediate success.
For Wolves, this is an opportunity to secure a genuine star-in-the-making. For Liverpool, it could be the start of a more ruthless, results-driven era under Slot — one in which sentiment makes way for silverware.
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