Harvey Elliott could be on the verge of a surprise Liverpool exit this summer, thats according to Football Insider with Tottenham Hotspur weighing up a £40m bid that may tempt the Anfield hierarchy — provided a buy-back clause is part of the deal.
The 22-year-old England youth international has found game time limited under Arne Slot, especially after the club-record arrival of Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen. RB Leipzig are currently leading negotiations, but Spurs see Elliott as a ready-made replacement for James Maddison, who will miss most of the season after an ACL injury.
Liverpool’s Conditions for Sale
“Reluctantly, Liverpool would consider letting Elliott go for the right fee,” senior correspondent Pete O’Rourke told Football Insider. “There’s been talk of £40million plus a buy-back clause, or £50million without one.”
Tottenham’s chances hinge on whether they can match RB Leipzig’s progress in talks. Leipzig have already opened discussions with Liverpool, but Spurs are banking on the lure of regular Premier League football — and a return to London — to sway Elliott.
Harvey Elliott at Liverpool – By the Numbers
| Stat (All Competitions) | Harvey Elliott |
|---|---|
| Appearances | 147 |
| Goals | 15 |
| Assists | 17 |
| Trophies Won | 5 |
Analyst Verdict
Elliott’s versatility — able to play centrally, wide right, or as a No.10 — makes him an attractive option for Spurs. While Leipzig can offer Champions League football, Tottenham can provide the familiarity of the Premier League and the promise of a key role in the starting XI.
Liverpool’s willingness to negotiate is telling, suggesting Elliott’s role under Slot will be peripheral. For Spurs, £40m with a buy-back clause could be shrewd business, giving them a creative spark in Maddison’s absence without permanently shutting the door on Liverpool’s future interest.
Key Insights
- Liverpool willing to sell for £40m with buy-back clause, £50m without.
- RB Leipzig remain front-runners but Spurs see Elliott as Maddison’s replacement.
- Elliott’s limited game time follows Wirtz’s arrival from Bayer Leverkusen.
- Tottenham also exploring moves for Nico Paz and Eberechi Eze.
What’s Next
Leipzig’s negotiations with Liverpool are the most advanced, but Tottenham are expected to accelerate their push in the coming days. A formal bid matching Liverpool’s £40m conditions could set up a direct battle between the two clubs before the transfer window closes.
Should Tottenham push ahead with a £40m move for Harvey Elliott now — or risk losing him to RB Leipzig?
1 Comment (last comment by Adem)
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By Adem 9 Aug 2025 14:47
good player, has proven already in the PL so this makes more sense than for example Nico Paz from Como
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