It appears Harvey Elliott may have sensed his fate at Anfield. As speculation over his departure intensifies, reports from Germany suggest Bayer Leverkusen are preparing a surprise double-player swap involving both Elliott and promising defender Jarell Quansah in a potential deal for Florian Wirtz — a move that could also help replace outgoing star Jonathan Tah, who is nearing a switch to Bayern Munich.
The Bundesliga champions are reportedly keen on both young Liverpool talents and see them as ideal long-term investments to strengthen their squad after two expected high-profile departures.
For Liverpool, the proposal could dramatically reduce the cost of signing Wirtz, whose current valuation is estimated between £115 million and £126 million. With personal terms already agreed between the German playmaker and the Reds — as confirmed by Fabrizio Romano — including Elliott and Quansah in the deal may prove to be a strategic win-win for both clubs.
Amid growing talks, Harvey Elliott took to social media to share a heartfelt message, signaling a likely goodbye to Liverpool fans: “This club will always be part of who I am. I grew up here, learned from the very best, and wore the shirt with pride. If this is goodbye, I want the fans to know — thank you for believing in me. My journey is just beginning, and I’ll carry the Liverpool spirit with me wherever I go.”
Jarell Quansah has yet to comment, but insiders suggest the 21-year-old is open to the idea of a move abroad, especially if it brings regular playing time at a top European club.
Should the deal go through, it would not only help Liverpool secure Wirtz — one of Europe’s most exciting attacking midfielders — but also offer Elliott and Quansah a platform to continue their development at one of the continent’s most forward-thinking clubs.
The Reds are expected to make a final decision on the structure of the deal in the coming weeks, with talks progressing ahead of the official opening of the summer transfer window.
