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Harvey Elliott on Wolves’ Radar: Liverpool Starlet at Centre of £50m Transfer Tug-of-War

In a development that could reshape Wolverhampton Wanderers’ attacking blueprint for the 2025/26 season, Give Me Sport have reported that Wolves are preparing to “accelerate talks” over a summer move for Liverpool midfielder Harvey Elliott.

At just 22, Elliott has already built a compelling profile, blending flair, tenacity and technical precision. But despite a Premier League title medal now adorning his CV, the England U21 international finds himself at a crossroads — poised between staying at Anfield under new boss Arne Slot or seeking a starring role elsewhere.

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Elliott Targeted as Wolves Eye New Creative Spark

Give Me Sport’s sources suggest Wolves are firming up their interest in Elliott as uncertainty clouds the future of star man Matheus Cunha, who is attracting attention from clubs willing to meet his £62.5million release clause. Should Cunha depart, Wolves head coach Vitor Pereira is keen to reshape his attack, with Elliott viewed as a potential talismanic figure.

“Pereira is open to handing him the chance to become the talisman within his side if Cunha departs.”

Emmanuel Agbadou remains the club’s costliest signing under Pereira, arriving for £16.6million in January. However, Elliott would command a significantly higher fee, with Liverpool reportedly demanding as much as £50million.

This valuation reflects not only Elliott’s potential but also Liverpool’s reluctance to part with him without substantial compensation. Despite being “not looking to force him out of Anfield,” Liverpool are understood to be “open-minded” should a suitable bid of around £50million be made.

Playing Time Concerns at Liverpool Pave Way for Exit

Slot’s immediate success — delivering the league title in his debut season — has come with fierce competition for midfield places. Give Me Sport report that Liverpool are ramping up efforts to sign Bayer Leverkusen’s Florian Wirtz, a move that would potentially push Elliott further down the pecking order.

“Wolves may have been handed a significant boost… Liverpool’s sudden desire to win the race to recruit Bayer Leverkusen’s Florian Wirtz has highlighted that Elliott is not on course to become one of the first names on the team sheet.”

With only five starts in all competitions last season, despite delivering six goal contributions, Elliott’s frustration is understandable. The youngster is reportedly on £40,000-a-week and has two years remaining on his current deal — a contract situation that makes this summer a pivotal one for all involved.

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Other Clubs Circle as Wolves Push Forward

Wolves may not be alone in their pursuit. Nottingham Forest, Fulham, and Brighton are monitoring developments, while unnamed foreign clubs are also said to be preparing moves.

This competition could drive up the asking price and complicate negotiations, but Wolves currently hold the most “concrete interest,” according to Give Me Sport sources. For Elliott, the project Pereira is building at Molineux — centred around youth, technicality, and high-intensity play — might present an appealing platform to reignite his career.

“Wanderers are viewing the summer transfer window as a possible opportunity to pounce.”

Whether Liverpool choose to cash in or persuade Elliott to stay and fight for his place could depend largely on their success in recruiting midfield reinforcements — and the player’s own desire for regular football in a crucial stage of his development.

Elliott’s Situation a Symbol of Slot’s Ruthless Revolution

That Elliott is even on the market underlines how quickly Arne Slot is putting his own stamp on this Liverpool side. Just months into the job, he’s proven willing to make bold moves — offloading big names and targeting elite European talent.

Elliott, once tipped as a long-term mainstay, now looks more expendable than ever, a casualty of a new era under Slot that prioritises tactical evolution and relentless squad competition.

Our View – Anfield Index Analysis

As Liverpool fans, watching the Harvey Elliott situation unfold is bittersweet. Here’s a lad who’s always worn the badge with pride, shown maturity beyond his years, and delivered moments of real magic — yet he’s never quite been given the consistent minutes he needs to truly blossom.

Letting him go for £50million would make financial sense, especially with the likes of Wirtz coming in. But from a heart-and-soul perspective, it would hurt. Elliott isn’t just another squad player. He’s a representation of the club’s faith in youth, its identity, its continuity.

Slot’s success is undeniable — winning the Premier League in your debut campaign is stuff of dreams. But in the chase for immediate success, there’s a fear we may lose our connection to the likes of Elliott, Curtis Jones, and others who’ve carried the club through transition.

If Harvey does leave, Wolves would be gaining a gem. And for us? We’d be saying goodbye to a player who could still light up Anfield for years to come — if only given the trust.