Fans have been reacting on social media after seeing what Harvey Elliott posted during Liverpool vs Aston Villa.
Harvey Elliott’s Heartfelt Post Sparks Reaction During Liverpool’s Win Over Aston Villa
Champions of England, Liverpool, returned to Premier League action on Saturday night with a much-needed 2–0 win over Aston Villa at Anfield.
Goals from Mohamed Salah and Ryan Gravenberch sealed a comfortable victory for Arne Slot’s side, ending a miserable run of four straight defeats and restoring confidence in their title defence.
For Villa, meanwhile, the defeat ended their brief resurgence — though the night’s biggest talking point came from a familiar face watching from the sidelines.
Harvey Elliott’s Love-Heart Post Gets Fans Talking
Harvey Elliott, currently on loan at Aston Villa from Liverpool, was ineligible to face his parent club. But that didn’t stop him from showing support for his boyhood team.
During the match, the 22-year-old posted a photo on Instagram of himself watching the game — accompanied by two red heart emojis as the caption.
It didn’t take long for Liverpool fans to notice.
One supporter joked on X (formerly Twitter):
“Heart caption when we’re on the attack. Recall immediately.”
Another added:
“He celebrated Salah’s goal — I just can’t prove it.”
A third fan wrote:
“He’s 10000% cheering for us.”
Others echoed the sentiment:
“Terminate Harvey’s loan and bring him back to Anfield.”
“Can he come back like pls?”
Elliott’s Struggles for Game Time at Villa
Since joining Unai Emery’s side in the summer, Elliott has found minutes hard to come by. He has made just five appearances across all competitions, totaling 167 minutes and scoring one goal.
Reports suggest that his loan deal includes a £35 million obligation to buy, but the clause will only be triggered if the midfielder makes 10 appearances — a target that currently looks far from certain.
Last weekend, Elliott was left out of Villa’s squad for their 1–0 win over Manchester City, raising questions about his role in Emery’s plans.
Emery Explains Elliott’s Absence
When asked about his decision to omit Elliott from the matchday squad, Unai Emery offered reassurance — stressing that the young midfielder still has his full confidence.
“In the squad we needed one player to take out but I decided him,” Emery said. “I am happy with him; he’s training well. His commitment is fantastic, he’s a good guy. It was a tactical decision.
“I spoke with him about it and my advice was to keep going. He’s a very good player — only our demands are at a high level. We signed him because I believe in him. He will need time.”
The Bigger Picture
Elliott’s emotional post — and the reaction it sparked — highlights the bond he still shares with Liverpool.
While his loan spell at Villa has yet to take off, the young Englishman remains highly regarded at Anfield, where many fans still see him as a long-term part of the Reds’ future.
Whether he returns next season or stays to fight for his place at Villa Park, one thing is clear: Harvey Elliott’s .
