Aston Villa are in advanced talks with Liverpool over the signing of Harvey Elliott on loan with an obligation to buy.

Sky Sports News understands there is a verbal agreement between the clubs and Elliott has been permitted to travel to Birmingham to undergo a medical.

The package being discussed is worth £35m for the 22-year-old.

The imminent arrival of Alexander Isak at Liverpool has opened up a potential departure for Elliott.

Speaking in May, Elliott admitted he would need to do “what’s best” for his career in the summer when asked about his Liverpool future.

The England U21 international has made just one appearance for the Reds in the opening three games of the Premier League season, a one-minute outing off the bench against Newcastle.

A fixture in Lee Carsley’s U21 Euros-winning side in June, Elliott scored five goals throughout the campaign as well as a goal in the final as the young lions beat Germany 3-2 after extra-time.

Villa confirm Lindelof signing

Aston Villa have confirmed the signing of former Manchester United defender Victor Lindelof on a free transfer.

Lindelof was without a club after leaving Old Trafford at the end of his contract in June.

The Sweden international, who has been capped 71 times by his country, made 26 appearances for United across all competitions last season.

Villa agree deal to sign Sancho

Aston Villa have agreed a loan deal with Manchester United for forward Jadon Sancho.

It is understood that Villa will pay a loan fee and 80 per cent of the player’s wages during his time at Villa Park.

Sancho has entered the final year of his contract at Old Trafford, with United having the option to extend for a further 12 months.

The 25-year-old, who was signed by United for £73m from Borussia Dortmund in the summer of 2021, spent last season on loan at Chelsea, but returned to United after the west London club paid a £5m penalty to get out of their obligation to buy the player.

Chelsea held talks to renegotiate Sancho’s salary to fit in with their wage structure but could not come to an agreement.

Sky Sports to show 215 live PL games this season

From this season, Sky Sports’ Premier League coverage has increased from 128 matches to at least 215 games exclusively live.

And 80 per cent of all televised Premier League games this season will be on Sky Sports.