At 22 years old, most footballers are hitting their stride, playing week in, week out, and building toward their peak.
But for Harvey Elliott, the reality at Liverpool has been different—more about watching from the sidelines than making headlines.
And now, the young midfielder is starting to wonder if it’s time for a serious change.
“I Don’t Want to Waste My Best Years”
Elliott didn’t mince his words when asked about his future.
Despite being part of Liverpool’s title-winning squad, he only started two Premier League games throughout the entire campaign.
That lack of involvement has clearly taken a toll.
“I’m 22 now, turning 23 next season,” he said. “I don’t want to be wasting years of my career.
It’s short, and I want to become the best version of myself.”
He made it clear that a conversation needs to happen between him and the club.
Staying at Liverpool is still something he values deeply—after all, he’s a lifelong fan—but there’s a growing sense that his development might be better served elsewhere.
A Potential Exit Isn’t Off the Table
Elliott has a strong connection with the club, the fans, and manager Arne Slot.
He still speaks regularly with Slot and insists that nothing is pushing him to leave. But he’s also being realistic.
“I love the club, I love the fans, and I support them.
But it’s about what’s best for my career.”
And with Liverpool reportedly chasing a blockbuster £100 million+ deal for Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz, Elliott could find himself pushed even further down the pecking order.
A High Point in Paris That Didn’t Lead Anywhere
One of Elliott’s proudest moments this season came in March against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League.
In a tightly contested match at the Parc des Princes, Elliott made an instant impact after coming off the bench.
Just 47 seconds after replacing Mohamed Salah, he escaped Nuno Mendes and slotted home the game’s only goal.
“That night was a real high,” he recalled. “I thought it might be a turning point.”
But it wasn’t. Instead of earning more opportunities, he was back on the bench.
His only two Premier League starts came after Liverpool had already secured the title.
Respect for the Boss, But Frustration Remains
Elliott isn’t pointing fingers, though. He gave credit to manager Arne Slot for guiding Liverpool to another league title and said the manager’s decisions—though tough—have led to success.
“The boss is the boss. His decisions won us the league. But I can’t help feeling I deserved more chances.”
Big Summer Ahead for Club and Country
As he heads off to Slovakia for the Under-21 European Championship, where England will begin their title defense against the Czech Republic, Elliott knows this summer could define the next chapter of his career.
He’s expected to be one of England’s key players at the tournament—but off the pitch, he’ll also be weighing whether to stay loyal to the club he’s always loved or make a bold move elsewhere to unlock his full potential.